LSEG Reports Strong Q3 Growth, Raises Margin Guidance and Announces Share Buyback

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) reported robust performance in the third quarter, with growth across all business lines and an upward revision to its 2025 EBITDA margin guidance. The company highlighted accelerated strategic progress and a series of new product launches aimed at positioning LSEG as a key partner in AI-driven financial services.

CEO David Schwimmer said, “We continued our strong momentum in Q3, driving growth across all our businesses. Profitability is improving, and we now expect EBITDA margin to reach the top of our 2025 guidance. In recent months, we have accelerated strategic initiatives, launching innovative products that position LSEG as a preferred AI partner, collaborating with companies such as Microsoft and Databricks.”

On capital deployment, LSEG announced a major transaction in its post-trade business: a consortium of leading banks will acquire a 20% stake in Post Trade Solutions, alongside amended and extended revenue-sharing arrangements within SwapClear. The company said the deal strengthens strategic partnerships with key clients while enhancing margins and earnings.

In addition, LSEG has returned nearly £1 billion to shareholders through buybacks over the past three months and committed to a further £1 billion by February 2026.

LSEG also emphasized that its “LSEG Everywhere” platform continues to deliver trusted, licensed data, enabling financial services firms to scale AI applications effectively.