MCX Reports Robust Q3 FY26 Performance with 150% Profit Growth
Multi Commodity Exchange of India Limited reported outstanding Q3 FY26 results with consolidated net profit of ₹401.12 crores, marking 150.65% YoY growth. Income from operations surged to ₹665.62 crores from ₹301.38 crores. Nine-month performance showed net profit of ₹801.78 crores, up 88.84% from previous year. The company made regulatory provisions and maintained strong operational efficiency across its commodity exchange business segment.

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MCX delivered exceptional financial performance in the quarter ended December 31, 2025, demonstrating strong operational efficiency and market leadership in the commodity exchange segment. The company's Board of Directors approved the unaudited consolidated and standalone financial results at their meeting held on January 23, 2026.
Consolidated Financial Performance
The consolidated financial results showcase remarkable growth across key metrics. Net profit after tax reached ₹401.12 crores, representing a substantial 150.65% increase from ₹160.04 crores in the corresponding quarter of the previous year.
| Metric | Q3 FY26 | Q3 FY25 | Growth (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income from Operations | ₹665.62 crores | ₹301.38 crores | +120.89% |
| Total Income | ₹697.11 crores | ₹324.36 crores | +114.96% |
| Net Profit After Tax | ₹401.12 crores | ₹160.04 crores | +150.65% |
| Basic EPS | ₹15.73 | ₹6.28 | +150.48% |
Nine-Month Performance Analysis
For the nine months ended December 31, 2025, MCX maintained its strong momentum with consolidated income from operations reaching ₹1,413.06 crores compared to ₹821.33 crores in the corresponding period of the previous year. Net profit after tax for the nine-month period stood at ₹801.78 crores, marking an 88.84% increase from ₹424.58 crores in the same period last year.
| Parameter | Nine Months FY26 | Nine Months FY25 | Growth (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income from Operations | ₹1,413.06 crores | ₹821.33 crores | +72.05% |
| Net Profit After Tax | ₹801.78 crores | ₹424.58 crores | +88.84% |
| Basic EPS | ₹31.45 | ₹16.65 | +88.89% |
Standalone Financial Results
The standalone financial performance also reflected strong growth, with net profit after tax of ₹307.10 crores in Q3 FY26 compared to ₹122.20 crores in Q3 FY25. Income from operations on a standalone basis increased to ₹624.12 crores from ₹277.58 crores in the corresponding quarter of the previous year.
Operational Highlights and Regulatory Compliance
During the quarter, the company made several significant contributions and provisions. MCX provided ₹30.36 crores to the Core Settlement Guarantee Fund as Exchange contribution. The company also made a provision of ₹1.50 crores towards financial disincentive as mandated by SEBI for business disruption incidents that occurred on October 28, 2025, and October 29, 2025.
• Settlement Guarantee Fund: Total Core SGF stands at ₹1,293.24 crores • SEBI Compliance: Provision made for financial disincentive as per regulatory requirements • Labour Law Impact: ₹0.10 crores provision for increased employee benefits obligations
Corporate Actions and Governance
The Board of Directors had previously approved a share subdivision in August 2025, converting each equity share of face value ₹10 into 5 shares of face value ₹2 each. This subdivision received shareholder approval in September 2025, with the record date fixed for January 02, 2026. The earnings per share calculations reflect this subdivision for comparative analysis.
Business Segment and Future Outlook
MCX operates within a single business segment of commodity exchange, which continues to demonstrate robust performance. The company's strong financial metrics, including improved profit margins and operational efficiency, reflect its dominant position in India's commodity derivatives market and effective business strategy execution.
Historical Stock Returns for MCX
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.38% | -5.59% | +5.44% | +39.94% | +99.32% | +581.28% |


































