ICE registers Q1 2026 revenues of $3bn, up 20% Y/Y
Intercontinental Exchange, Inc (NYSE:ICE), a global provider of technology and data, today reported financial results for the first quarter of 2026.
For the quarter ended March 31, 2026, consolidated net income attributable to ICE was $1.4 billion on $3.0 billion of consolidated revenues, less transaction-based expenses. First quarter GAAP diluted EPS were $2.48. Adjusted net income attributable to ICE was $1.3 billion in the first quarter and adjusted diluted EPS were $2.35.
First quarter consolidated net revenues were $3.0 billion including exchange net revenues of $1.8 billion, fixed income and data services revenues of $657 million and mortgage technology revenues of $539 million.
Consolidated operating expenses were $1.3 billion for the first quarter of 2026. On an adjusted basis, consolidated operating expenses were $1.0 billion.
Consolidated operating income for the first quarter was $1.7 billion, and the operating margin was 56%. On an adjusted basis, consolidated operating income for the first quarter was $1.9 billion, and the adjusted operating margin was 65%.

Warren Gardiner, ICE Chief Financial Officer, commented:
“ICE’s first quarter results reflect the durability and quality of our business model, delivering record revenues and record operating income. Our strong cash flows enabled us to return $848 million to stockholders, including over $550 million in share repurchases, while also investing in strategic growth initiatives and maintaining leverage within our target range. Looking ahead, we remain focused on disciplined investment, operational rigor, and creating value for our stockholders.”
ICE announced today a $0.52 per share dividend for the second quarter of 2026, which is up 8% from the $0.48 per share dividend paid in the second quarter of 2025. The cash dividend is payable on June 30, 2026 to stockholders of record as of June 15, 2026. The ex-dividend date is June 15, 2026.
