Charles Schwab (SCHW) Reports 32% Profit Surge to $2.8 Billion

Charles Schwab (SCHW) reported a 32% increase in profits year-over-year, reaching net income of $2.8 billion, or $1.62 per share on an adjusted basis. Total net revenue climbed 21% to $7.1 billion, driven by a 28% rise in trading revenue. The company exceeded analyst forecasts for both profit and revenue, with earnings per share also beating expectations. Customer margin balances increased by 30% to $165 billion, with average daily trades hitting 11.9 million. This financial performance underlines Schwab's strong engagement strategy, which could attract more retail investors moving forward.