IG Group Holdings plc reported unaudited consolidated earnings results for the second quarter and six months ended November 30, 2016. For the quarter, the company reported, revenue of £133.4 million, a record level, 23% ahead of the prior year period. For the six months, the company reported, trading revenue of GBP 263.0 million against GBP 230.6 million a year ago. Net operating income was GBP 243.5 million against GBP 210.4 million a year ago. Operating profit was GBP 105.6 million against GBP 98.5 million a year ago. Profit before taxation was GBP 105.2 million against GBP 98.6 million a year ago. Profit for the period attributable to owners of the parent was GBP 83.3 million against GBP 76.7 million a year ago. Diluted earnings per share were 22.55 pence against 20.91 pence a year ago. Net cash flow generated from operating activities was GBP 44.3 million against GBP 92.8 million a year ago. Purchase of property, plant and equipment was GBP 4.1 million against GBP 1.9 million a year ago. Payments to acquire and develop intangible assets were GBP 32.7 million against GBP 2.5 million a year ago.