Broadridge Financial Solutions reports developments across financial technology, investor communications, governance services, and capital markets operations. Company news commonly covers proxy voting and disclosure solutions, managed services, trading and post-trade technology, financial messaging, and platforms used by banks, broker-dealers, asset managers, wealth managers, and corporate issuers.
Recurring updates also include artificial intelligence in capital markets and wealth workflows, digital asset and tokenized securities infrastructure, LTX corporate bond trading activity, Distributed Ledger Repo, client migrations to the Broadridge Swift Service Bureau, acquisitions that expand trading capabilities, investor events, dividends, and debt financing actions.
Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: BR) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.575 per share, payable on January 5, 2021. This dividend will be issued to shareholders on record as of December 15, 2020. Broadridge, a global Fintech leader with a market capitalization of $4 billion, provides investor communications and technology solutions to various financial entities. The company processes over $8 trillion in trades daily and is part of the S&P 500 Index.
Summary not available.
Broadridge Financial Solutions has unveiled the first phase of its enhanced virtual shareholder meeting (VSM) platform, aimed at improving accessibility and engagement for corporate issuers and shareholders. The upgraded platform includes a next-gen user interface, easier meeting management, and enhanced Q&A functionality. Broadridge is set to facilitate nearly 2,000 VSMs in 2020, a significant rise from 326 in 2019. The company's historical commitment to innovation in Fintech continues to position it as a leader in investor communication solutions.
Broadridge Financial Solutions (NYSE: BR) has been selected by R.J. O'Brien & Associates to enhance its global exchange-traded derivatives operations through Broadridge's post-trade platform. This partnership aims to boost efficiency, reduce operational complexity by consolidating two back-office systems, and support RJO's strategic growth. Broadridge's platform promises productivity gains via streamlined workflows and proactive management. RJO's CEO highlighted their commitment to service excellence and innovation, positioning the firm as a leader in global derivatives processing.
Summary not available.
Broadridge Financial Solutions (NYSE: BR) has appointed Edmund Reese as Chief Financial Officer, effective November 30, 2020. Reese, formerly CFO at American Express's Global Consumer Services Group, brings a wealth of experience in financial services, having held various senior positions since 2009. CEO Tim Gokey praised Reese's expertise in delivering results and shareholder value. The interim CFO, Matt Connor, will continue in an expanded role within the Global Technology and Operations team. Broadridge is a leading $4 billion fintech provider, processing over $8 trillion in trades daily.
Magnifi, a TIFIN Group company, has integrated Fi360 Fiduciary Score® into its investment platform, enhancing the ability of advisors to suggest suitable investment products while adhering to fiduciary standards. This partnership aims to facilitate compliance with Reg BI requirements, providing tools for efficient client and retirement plan management. CEO Rick Hurwitz emphasized the importance of this integration amid market volatility and rising interest in ESG themes. A webinar demonstrating the new features will occur on November 10, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. ET.
Broadridge Financial Solutions (NYSE: BR) reported a strong first quarter for FY2021, with total revenues of $1,017 million, a 7% increase year-over-year. Recurring fee revenues grew by 8% to $671 million, driven by net new business onboarding. Operating income rose 8% to $79 million, while diluted EPS increased 17% to $0.56. Notably, adjusted operating income surged 45% to $151 million. The company updated its guidance, expecting recurring revenue growth of 3-6% and adjusted EPS growth of 6-10% for the full fiscal year.
Broadridge Financial Solutions (NYSE:BR) has announced the integration of its AI-driven trading platform, LTX, with Charles River Investment Management Solution. This collaboration aims to enhance efficiency in the corporate bond market by enabling users to digitize workflows, improving liquidity and execution for illiquid corporate bonds. LTX processes over $7 trillion daily and utilizes next-gen AI to provide insights for better trading decisions. The partnership is positioned to empower institutional investors to connect more effectively with dealers, optimizing trade execution.
Broadridge Financial Solutions (NYSE: BR) announced a partnership with PAG, a leading Asia-focused investment group, to provide a cloud-based portfolio management solution. The Broadridge Sentry system aims to enhance PAG's private debt operations by integrating middle- and back-office functions into a single platform. This move is expected to improve operational efficiencies and support PAG's growth in the complex private debt market of Asia. Broadridge continues to expand its capabilities in the financial technology sector, particularly for private debt and equity markets.