The broker achieves landmark inclusion in the STOXX Europe 600 Index, driving the stock price to a new ATH of 2,760 pence.
The company's performance includes $2.3 billion in shareholder returns since IPO and a $900 million cash position with zero debt.
Inside Plus500 office; Photo: Plus500
Plus500 (LSE:
PLUS) will join the
STOXX Europe 600 Index effective January 17, 2025, marking the latest milestone
for the multi-asset trading platform provider. The announcement coincided with
the company's shares reaching 2,770 pence on the London Stock Exchange,
establishing a new all-time high.
Plus500 Joins European
Benchmark Index
The
London-listed company has demonstrated consistent financial performance since
its initial public offering in 2013, distributing approximately $2.3 billion in
shareholder returns. This track record has positioned Plus500 as the leading
performer on the FTSE All-Share Index on a total return basis through December
2024.
Financial
statements reveal a robust balance sheet structure, with the company
maintaining approximately $900 million in cash and cash equivalents as of
December 31, 2024, while carrying no debt.
David Zruia, CEO of Plus500
"Plus500's
inclusion in the STOXX Europe 600 Index for the first time is a significant
milestone for the Group and serves as an important recognition for the
compounding value creation we have delivered in recent years,” David Zruia, the
CEO of Plus500, commented.
The STOXX
Europe 600 Index stands as one of Europe's most prestigious and comprehensive
stock market benchmarks, tracking 600 companies across 17 European countries. It
encompasses approximately 90% of Europe's free-float market capitalization,
representing a diverse mix of large, mid, and small-cap companies.
“With the
Group's robust fundamentals, disciplined approach to capital allocation and
strong cash generation, we look forward to continuing to execute against our
strategic roadmap objectives and to delivering attractive and sustainable
returns for our shareholders."
The news
was well-received by investors, with Plus500 shares rising to new all-time
highs of 2,770 pence at the opening of the LSE on Thursday. At the time of
writing, however, they have modestly corrected by just under 0.1% and are
currently trading at 2,744 pence.
Source: Tradingview.com
Revenue Exceeds “Market
Expectations”
The
announcement comes just days after Plus500 disclosed its 2024 financial
performance, reporting revenue of approximately $768 million and EBITDA of
about $342 million. The broker highlighted these results as
demonstrating "strong financial and operational results," with
revenue significantly exceeding market expectations.
However,
when compared to previous numbers, the broker's fourth-quarter revenue of
$182.5 million was slightly below the $189.6 million recorded in the same
quarter of the previous year. Additionally, it fell short of the $187.3 million
generated in the third quarter of 2024.
According
to a recent analysis by Finance Magnates, London-listed retail brokers
generally demonstrate strong profitability, with some variation. IG Group (LON:
IGG) and Plus500 frequently report robust pre-tax profits, often in the triple
digits, while CMC Markets (LON: CMCX) typically reports lower profitability
figures.
Plus500 (LSE:
PLUS) will join the
STOXX Europe 600 Index effective January 17, 2025, marking the latest milestone
for the multi-asset trading platform provider. The announcement coincided with
the company's shares reaching 2,770 pence on the London Stock Exchange,
establishing a new all-time high.
Plus500 Joins European
Benchmark Index
The
London-listed company has demonstrated consistent financial performance since
its initial public offering in 2013, distributing approximately $2.3 billion in
shareholder returns. This track record has positioned Plus500 as the leading
performer on the FTSE All-Share Index on a total return basis through December
2024.
Financial
statements reveal a robust balance sheet structure, with the company
maintaining approximately $900 million in cash and cash equivalents as of
December 31, 2024, while carrying no debt.
David Zruia, CEO of Plus500
"Plus500's
inclusion in the STOXX Europe 600 Index for the first time is a significant
milestone for the Group and serves as an important recognition for the
compounding value creation we have delivered in recent years,” David Zruia, the
CEO of Plus500, commented.
The STOXX
Europe 600 Index stands as one of Europe's most prestigious and comprehensive
stock market benchmarks, tracking 600 companies across 17 European countries. It
encompasses approximately 90% of Europe's free-float market capitalization,
representing a diverse mix of large, mid, and small-cap companies.
“With the
Group's robust fundamentals, disciplined approach to capital allocation and
strong cash generation, we look forward to continuing to execute against our
strategic roadmap objectives and to delivering attractive and sustainable
returns for our shareholders."
The news
was well-received by investors, with Plus500 shares rising to new all-time
highs of 2,770 pence at the opening of the LSE on Thursday. At the time of
writing, however, they have modestly corrected by just under 0.1% and are
currently trading at 2,744 pence.
Source: Tradingview.com
Revenue Exceeds “Market
Expectations”
The
announcement comes just days after Plus500 disclosed its 2024 financial
performance, reporting revenue of approximately $768 million and EBITDA of
about $342 million. The broker highlighted these results as
demonstrating "strong financial and operational results," with
revenue significantly exceeding market expectations.
However,
when compared to previous numbers, the broker's fourth-quarter revenue of
$182.5 million was slightly below the $189.6 million recorded in the same
quarter of the previous year. Additionally, it fell short of the $187.3 million
generated in the third quarter of 2024.
According
to a recent analysis by Finance Magnates, London-listed retail brokers
generally demonstrate strong profitability, with some variation. IG Group (LON:
IGG) and Plus500 frequently report robust pre-tax profits, often in the triple
digits, while CMC Markets (LON: CMCX) typically reports lower profitability
figures.
Damian's adventure with financial markets began at the Cracow University of Economics, where he obtained his MA in finance and accounting. Starting from the retail trader perspective, he collaborated with brokerage houses and financial portals in Poland as an independent editor and content manager. His adventure with Finance Magnates began in 2016, where he is working as a business intelligence analyst.
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🔹Why ultra-low latency must be proven with data, not buzzwords
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