British trading platform CMC Markets LSE:CMCX raised its annual profit forecast on Wednesday, citing booming demand from its business partnerships, which span banks, brokers and other financial institutions.

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  • CMC forecast net operating income of at least £550 million ($727.92 million) for the year ending March 2027, above its previous outlook of £460 million to £480 million given in June.

  • The forecast is also above analyst expectations of £385.5 million, according to a company-compiled consensus.

  • CMC has been focusing on expanding its business-to-business segment, which offers access to larger client bases and higher margins.

  • Meanwhile, global markets have also whipsawed since the war in began, boosting trading activity.

  • CMC on Wednesday also forecast annual core profit of £250 million.

  • The company is scheduled to report its half-year results on November 19, 2026.

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