Interactive Brokerage Stock Hits All-Time High on Trading Volume Jump

Core Insights - Interactive Brokers Group (IBKR) shares reached an all-time high following the release of better-than-expected fourth-quarter results driven by strong market gains and increased consumer trading volume [1][3] - The company reported earnings per share (EPS) of $1.99 and a revenue increase of 22% year-over-year to $1.39 billion, both surpassing analysts' expectations [1][2] Financial Performance - Commissions revenue rose by 37% to $477 million, with stock trading volume increasing by 65% and options trading volume up by 32% [2][3] - Other fees and services revenue grew by 47% to $81 million [2][3] - Customer accounts increased by 30% to 3.34 million, while customer equity grew by 33% to $568.2 billion [2] Stock Performance - IBKR shares surged nearly 7% to $205.83, reaching a record high of $209.40 earlier in the day [2] - The stock has more than doubled in value over the past year [2]