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Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. reports developments across financial market technology, exchange operations, clearing, data services and U.S. mortgage technology. The company operates futures, equity and options exchanges, including the New York Stock Exchange, clearing houses, energy and environmental markets, fixed income data and execution capabilities, and ICE Mortgage Technology workflows for housing finance.
Recurring news covers quarterly operating results, trading volume and open interest statistics, dividends and share repurchases, mortgage performance and home-price reports, index and market-data products, and data collaborations such as sustainable bond classification. Company updates also reflect how ICE packages market data, analytics and workflow tools for capital markets, fixed income, housing finance and exchange-listed markets.
Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE) announced plans to launch ICE Futures Abu Dhabi (IFAD) and the world's first futures contracts based on Murban crude oil, set for March 29, 2021, pending regulatory approvals. Partnering with ADNOC and major energy traders, IFAD will offer physically delivered contracts with delivery at Fujairah, UAE. These futures will be complemented by cash settled derivatives, enhancing trading strategies. Contracts will be cleared at ICE Clear Europe, enabling capital efficiency for customers.
Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE) announced a secondary offering of 9,180,569 shares of its common stock by Cyprus Parent, LP, controlled by Thoma Bravo. This offering is part of ICE's shelf registration statement filed with the SEC, and ICE will not receive any proceeds from the sale. The shares were initially issued during the acquisition of Ellie Mae, completed on September 4, 2020. Morgan Stanley will serve as the underwriter for this offering, which does not constitute a solicitation to buy or sell any securities.
In September 2020, millennial mortgage refinances surged to 43% of closed loans, a 3% increase from August, as interest rates neared 3%. Refinances comprised 51% of Conventional loans, the highest since June. Older millennials averaged a 3.00% interest rate, while younger millennials averaged 2.98%. Despite a slight decline in home purchases, millennials are still actively entering the market. The average time-to-close for all loans rose to 49 days, with refinance loans taking 55 days on average.
Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE) reported solid trading volumes for October 2020, showcasing year-over-year growth in various segments. Key highlights include a 9% increase in energy open interest and a remarkable 42% average daily volume (ADV) rise for Other Oil. Natural gas metrics also demonstrated strength, with North American natural gas OI up 17% and European natural gas OI increasing 25%. Additionally, NYSE cash equities ADV rose 20% and equity options ADV surged 66%. This performance reflects robust market demand across multiple asset classes.
Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.30 per share for Q4 2020, marking a 9% increase from the $0.275 dividend in Q4 2019. The cash dividend is payable on December 31, 2020, to shareholders on record as of December 16, 2020. The ex-dividend date is set for December 15, 2020, reflecting the company's ongoing commitment to returning value to its shareholders.
Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) reported strong financial results for Q3 2020, with revenues reaching $1.4 billion, up 6% year-over-year, contributing to YTD revenues of $4.4 billion, a 12% increase. GAAP EPS for the quarter was $0.71, down 24% year-over-year, while adjusted diluted EPS decreased 3% to $1.03. The acquisition of Ellie Mae resulted in $75 million of revenue. Data Services revenues grew by 6%. Operating income stood at $627 million, yielding an operating margin of 44%.
Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE) announced the addition of four new market makers to its ICE ETF Hub pilot program, which improves efficiency in the ETF primary market. The new participants include Brownstone Investment Group, Flow Traders, Sumridge, and Wolverine. The ICE ETF Hub has enhanced its platform functionality, allowing more control for market participants in custom basket negotiations. These developments align with ICE's commitment to modernizing markets and increasing innovation within the ETF space, as recognized by ICE Bonds President Peter Borstelmann.
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Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE) announced the successful IPO of Datto Holding Corp., now trading on the NYSE under the ticker symbol 'MSP'. Datto specializes in cloud-based technology solutions for managed service providers. CEO Tim Weller emphasized that this IPO marks a significant milestone for Datto and its partners, aiming to capitalize on a growing global market. The NYSE's Vice Chairman highlighted the excitement surrounding Datto's entry into the exchange, reinforcing its position among leading tech firms.
In September 2020, interest rates for loans reached a historic low of 3.00%, down from 3.09% in August, according to the Origination Insight Report by Ellie Mae, now part of ICE Mortgage Technology. VA loans saw rates drop to 2.78%, while FHA loans fell to 3.01%. Refinances accounted for 58% of closed loans, with purchase loans at 42%. Although the average FICO score rose to 753, closing rates slightly decreased. The rising interest rates present opportunities for homeowners to lower payments.