MCX reports strong Q2 FY26 growth despite technical glitch resolution

Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) reported a strong financial performance for Q2 FY26, with consolidated total revenue reaching INR401 crores, a 29% increase year-over-year. EBITDA also saw a 32% rise to INR270 crores, and profit after tax grew by 29% to INR197 crores. The quarter was marked by good market activity, with average daily turnover (ADT) rising to INR4.11 lakh crores, up from INR2.02 lakh crores in the previous year.

The company addressed a technical issue on October 28, 2025, which caused trading to open at 1:25 p.m. after shifting to a disaster recovery site. The root cause was identified as a predefined parameter limit relating to reference data, specifically unique client codes. MCX confirmed that the issue has been resolved, and trading has returned to the main site, with systems now able to support market volumes.

MCX also highlighted product launches, including monthly options on silver (30 kg main contract and 5 kg mini contract) and fresh future contracts in cardamom and nickel. The MCX BULLDEX was launched in October. For Q2, revenue from futures was INR114 crores and from options was INR223 crores. The company is actively working to enhance domestic institutional participation and expand its membership, with 17 new members added this year.