MCX Reports Strong Financial Performance, PAT Jumps 138% to Rs. 1,332 Crores

MCX Reports Strong Financial Performance, PAT Jumps 138% to Rs. 1,332 Crores

MCX Reports Strong Financial Performance, PAT Jumps 138% to Rs. 1,332 Crores​

Mumbai, May 08, 2026: Multi Commodity Exchange of India Ltd (MCX) announced its audited financial results for the quarter and full year ended March 31, 2026. The company reported significant growth across key operational metrics, with its Profit After Tax (PAT) surpassing Rs. 1,332 crores, marking a 138% increase year over year.

The Board of Directors of Multi Commodity Exchange of India Limited recommended a final dividend of Rs. 8 per share, which is based on a face value of Rs. 2 per share, pending approval at the ensuing Annual General Meeting (AGM).

Strong Revenue and Profit Growth​

The financial results highlight substantial year-over-year growth. Total Income reached Rs. 2,429 crores, reflecting a 101% increase compared to the previous year. EBITDA for the full year stood at Rs. 1,774 crores, marking a 133% year-over-year increase.

Focusing on the consolidated quarterly results for Q4 FY26, the company saw Revenue from Operations grow by approximately 205% year-over-year, reaching Rs. 889 crores. Similarly, EBITDA increased by approximately 271% to Rs. 703 crores, and Profit After Tax (PAT) grew by 291% year-over-year, amounting to Rs. 530 crores.

MCX’s Managing Director & CEO, Ms. Praveena Rai, noted that the growth in operating revenue was more than doubled, rising by 113% year-over-year. She attributed this robust performance to the focused strategy of 'Price in India : Hedge in India', which aims to deepen hedging participation across all segments. The increasing adoption of the commodity asset class by both institutional and retail investors was cited as a key contributor to broader and deeper market participation.

Key Operational Drivers and Expansion​

The Exchange recorded strong year-over-year growth in Average Daily Turnover (ADT) in Futures and Options (F&O). Specifically, ADT saw significant growth in:
  • Bullion: 496%
  • Metals: 116%
  • Energy: 29%

The company demonstrated a balanced growth across its product lines, with Future revenue increasing by 136% to Rs. 693 crores, and Option revenue increasing by 109% to Rs. 1,398 crores.

In terms of participation, the Exchange increased its traded client base to 20.90 lakhs in FY26, up from 13 lakhs in FY25. Operational highlights included:
  • New Product Expansion: The platform successfully launched several new products, including Electricity Futures; BULLDEX Options; Cardamom Futures; Nickel Futures; Gold Ten Futures; Gold Monthly Options; and Silver Monthly Options.
  • Delivery Activity: The Exchange processed robust delivery-driven contracts, totaling Gold 21MT, Silver 401MT, and Base Metals 95,781 MT.

The financial performance metrics for the full fiscal year and quarterly comparisons are summarized below:

Description (Rs. Crores - Consolidated)Q4 FY26Q3 FY26Q4 FY25Growth QoQ (%)Qtrly Growth YoY (%)FY26FY25Yrly Growth YoY (%)
Revenue from Operations88966629134%205%2,3021,113107%
Total Income92569732033%189%2,4291,209101%
EBITDA70352718933%271%1,774762133%
EBITDA Margin76%76%59%73%63%
Total Expenses24219215326%58%73451244%
Profit Before Tax68250316836%305%1690699142%
Tax Expenses1521023349%363%359139157%
Profit After Tax53040113532%291%1332560138%
PAT Margin57%58%42%55%46%

The company also confirmed its commitment to strengthening its technological infrastructure and cyber resilience to handle increased trading volumes and market risks effectively.

MCX Stock Price Movement​

On Friday, Multi Commodity Exchange of India Limited (MCX) shares rallied, concluding the trading session at ₹3097.8, marking a 1.82% gain from the previous close. The stock finished on strong volume of 3.78 million shares, hitting its 52-week high of ₹3136 during the session.
 

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