It has only been a few months since Jane Street clashed with the Securities and Exchange Board of India. The case remains open, but Jane Street second quarter results highlight just how powerful the firm has become. The market maker delivered record performance, showing resilience in the face of legal battles and cautious credit ratings.
An Indian appeals court has ordered SEBI to reply within three weeks to Jane Street’s claims. The firm argues that documents vital to its defense have been withheld. This case has drawn global attention. Regulators worldwide are watching, since a ruling against Jane Street could trigger tighter oversight of market makers. For the company, a positive resolution would remove one of its biggest risks.
Despite the legal dispute, Jane Street reported a record $10.1 billion in net trading revenue for the second quarter of 2025. This figure not only set a new high but also surpassed Wall Street’s largest banks. JP Morgan posted $8.9 billion in markets revenue during the same period. Citi reported $5.879 billion. These results underline Jane Street’s growing influence and its ability to rival global systemically important banks.
Fitch Ratings has also weighed in. The agency reaffirmed Jane Street with a ‘BB+’ rating, noting durability but also highlighting risks. Leverage stood at 5.4x in the first quarter of 2025. Fitch warned that if leverage rises above 10x, a downgrade could follow. Yet, if the firm keeps leverage stable or lower, and if the SEBI case ends favorably, its outlook may improve.
The strong quarter comes amid heavy competition. Citadel Securities generated $5.77 billion in revenue in the first half of 2025. This was despite a small drop in Q2 performance and rising compensation costs. Hudson River Trading more than doubled its year-on-year revenue, reporting $2.62 billion in Q2 2025 compared to $1.29 billion in 2024. Both rivals are pushing hard to expand, showing that Jane Street is not alone in its rise.
Looking forward, the future of Jane Street second quarter results depends on several factors. The outcome of the India case will determine whether regulators worldwide increase their oversight. The firm must also control its balance sheet leverage to avoid a downgrade. And with Citadel and Hudson River Trading expanding quickly, Jane Street will need to defend its lead in an increasingly crowded field.
Even with these challenges, Jane Street’s record-breaking $10.1 billion revenue proves its ability to perform under pressure. The firm has shown it can rival the biggest banks. Its trajectory suggests market makers may soon stand on equal ground with Wall Street’s traditional leaders.