In the first half of 2010, the market operator reported net profit of RON4.38 million.

The stock exchange said operating profit rose to RON4.26 million in the first six months, from RON2.4 million in the same period of 2010. Financial result stood at RON9.14 million, from RON2.84 million in the first half last year.

The bourse’s turnover was RON10.9 million, up 24.8% on the year.

“The first 6 months of this year reveal an increase in average daily turnover on most markets operated by the Bucharest Stock Exchange, along with the listing of new companies and instruments,” said Valentin Ionescu, general manager of the market operator.

The results are non-consolidated, unaudited and computed under local accounting standards.

The stock exchange listed its shares on its own trade platform in June last year.

Tuesday, the bourse’s shares closed up 6.41% at RON29.86. (EUR1=RON4.267)