London Stock Exchange Posts 79% Rise In First-Half Pretax Profit

The London Stock Exchange Group LDNXF reported a 79% surge in its profit before tax for the first half financial year 2012. Total IPO money raised during the period climbed 27% to GBP12.6 billion, from GBP9.9 billion in 2010. LDNXF shares closed at $12.18 yesterday.