The Supervisory Board of tick Trading Software AG has approved the audited annual financial statements for fiscal year 2024/2025 and resolved on the appropriation of retained earnings. Due to a significantly higher net profit, the Annual General Meeting scheduled for April 2026 will vote on a proposed dividend of EUR 0.85 per share, an increase from EUR 0.50 per share in the previous year.
The audited results confirm preliminary figures published in November 2025. The company's earnings position improved markedly, with revenue increasing by 9.3% from TEUR 8,374 to TEUR 9,152. This growth is almost entirely attributable to higher variable revenues based on trading volume. Simultaneously, costs were significantly reduced, with other operating expenses decreasing by 26.2% to TEUR 2,220. This reduction stems from the completion of the development of the TBMX WebTrader as part of the "BOOSTER" investment programme. Since July 2025, the browser-based TBMX platform "WebTrader" has been used by comdirect - a brand of Commerzbank AG - under the name "ProTrader Plus" for its trading-oriented customers.
The combination of revenue growth and sharply lower expenses led to a 68.1% increase in net profit, from TEUR 1,256 to TEUR 2,111. In accordance with Section 17 (3) of the Articles of Association, TEUR 400 of the net profit was allocated to other revenue reserves. After adding the profit carried forward from the previous year, retained earnings amount to TEUR 1,731. Of these retained earnings, TEUR 1,711, equivalent to EUR 0.85 per share, are proposed for distribution to shareholders.
The company maintained a very solid financial position, with total assets increasing to TEUR 5,647 at the balance sheet date of 30 September 2025. The significant profit increase raised the company's equity to TEUR 4,595, resulting in an equity ratio above 80%. Further details on business development can be found in the full annual report, which will be published on the tick-TS AG website in mid-March.
Looking ahead, fiscal year 2025/2026 is expected to be a transformation year for the company. The Management Board anticipates net profit to decline to a range of TEUR 600 to TEUR 900. This decrease results from the loss of a top customer and two mid-sized customers, with volume-based remuneration being a key revenue factor for two of these clients. Despite this short-term challenge, tick Trading Software AG views itself as well positioned to consolidate and expand its market position over the long term.
The company has already successfully acquired new customers, and discussions with other potential clients are progressing promisingly. These new relationships are expected to make a noticeable contribution to revenue and earnings from fiscal year 2026/2027 onwards. Additionally, the company is expanding its service portfolio to include a consulting offering specifically geared towards the financial sector. The aim is to support customers holistically – from the technology platform through to technical and process consulting. The planning phase has been completed, and the official launch occurred as scheduled in the first quarter of 2026 with the first engagement.
This announcement matters to investors and the financial technology industry as it demonstrates tick Trading Software AG's ability to deliver strong financial performance while strategically navigating customer transitions. The proposed dividend increase rewards shareholders for the company's successful year, while the transparent outlook about the upcoming transformation year provides clarity about future challenges and growth strategies. The expansion into consulting services represents a strategic diversification that could create new revenue streams and deepen client relationships in the competitive fintech landscape.
