Robinhood and Interactive Brokers Both Benefit from Retail Trading Volume but Differ in Revenue Models
In Q2 of 2026, both Robinhood (HOOD) and Interactive Brokers (IBKR) experienced strong growth due to increased retail trading activity. Robinhood reported a 44% year-over-year increase in transaction-based revenues, while Interactive Brokers saw commission revenue rise by 30%. Despite similar success from the bull market, their business models differ significantly. Robinhood's interest income grew modestly at 9%, and its
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