Operating and Financial Summary
Strong revenue performance across all geographic regions
Net trading revenue up 14% at £456.3 million
Operating costs up 17%, reflecting investments in growth initiatives
Profit before tax up 7.6% to £207.9 million
Diluted EPS up 8.5% at 44.58 pence
£197.9 million of own funds generated from operations
Final dividend of 22.95 pence per share; full year dividend up 11.5% to 31.40 pence per share
New client numbers, defined as first trades, ahead of prior year by 29%
Switzerland and Dubai offices performing ahead of expectations
