Janashakthi Finance records 35% growth in Net Operating Income; Rs. 389 m PBT in Q3

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Janashakthi Finance PLC, formerly known as Orient Finance PLC yesterday announced a strong financial performance for the nine-month period ended 31 December 2025, driven by sustained growth in its core businesses, disciplined execution and continued focus on scale and efficiency.

Chairman Rajendra Theagarajah said: “The performance for the period reflects the clarity of our strategic priorities and the strength of our governance framework. With strong leadership in place that is confidently driving the business, we continue to grow steadily while maintaining balance sheet strength and stakeholder confidence.”

For the period under review, Profit Before Tax (PBT) rose by 39% year-on-year to Rs. 389 million, supported by higher operating income and portfolio expansion. Net Operating Income increased by 35% year-on-year to Rs. 2.2 billion, reflecting sustained lending activity and improved business scale.Net Profit After Tax (NPAT) amounted to Rs. 240 million.

The Company’s Loans and Receivables portfolio grew by 49% year-on-year to Rs. 29 billion, driven by demand across key lending segments and focused growth initiatives. Deposits increased to Rs. 17 billion, recording a 14% year-on-year growth, reinforcing funding diversity and customer confidence.

CEO Sithambaram Sri Ganendran said: “During the period, we focused on expanding our loan book responsibly, strengthening our funding base and enhancing operational capability. The growth achieved across our key indicators positions the Company strongly as we continue to execute our medium-term strategy and respond to market opportunities.”

Looking ahead, Janashakthi Finance PLC remains focused on driving sustainable growth through prudent risk management, customer-centric solutions and continued investment in its people and platforms. The Company is well-placed to build on this momentum and deliver consistent value to shareholders while supporting the evolving financial needs of its customers.