Key facts
- Plus500 reported a 1% increase in core profit to $187.5 million for the first half of the year.
- The company cited growth in trading activity and expansion of its U.S. business as key drivers.
- New customer acquisition increased by 17% during the period.
- Plus500 expects its full-year revenue and core profit to align with current market expectations.
- Shareholder returns totaling $182.5 million were announced, including a $100 million share buyback and $82.5 million in dividends.
Trading platform Plus500 reported a rise in its half-year core profit, driven by increased trading activity and the expansion of its U.S. business. The company's core profit increased by 1% to $187.5 million for the six-month period ended June 30, following stepped-up investments in customer acquisition.
Plus500 described the first half of 2026 as a "genuine step-change" for its U.S. operations, attributing this to investments in the consumer predictions market and an expanded product offering, including round-the-clock trading. While the count of new customers rose 17% in the half-year, it fell 12% in the second quarter.
The company anticipates its 2026 revenue and core profit will be in line with current market expectations. Key growth drivers for the second half are expected to include additional B2B partnerships, scaling of prediction markets, and further development of its global futures business. Plus500 also announced shareholder returns totaling $182.5 million, comprising a $100 million share buyback and $82.5 million in dividends.