Cargills Group Defies Cyclone Disruptions with Strong 3Q Growth 📈

The Cargills Group reported a resilient financial performance for 3Q 2025/26 (ending Dec 2025), maintaining growth momentum despite the severe impact of Cyclone Ditwah on nationwide operations. • Financial Performance (3Q YoY): - Revenue: Rs. 70.8 Bn (+14.5%) - EBITDA: Rs. 7.3 Bn (+29.0%) - Profit After Tax (PAT): Rs. 2.9 Bn (+79.3%) • Cumulative 9-Month Results: - Total PAT: Rs. 7.9 Bn (+53.8% YoY) • Sector & Operational Highlights: - Retail, FMCG, & Restaurants: Recorded steady growth driven by resilient consumer demand and distribution strength. - Restaurants: Strategy shifted to focus on the KFC franchise; the TGI Fridays arrangement was discontinued as of 31 Jan 2026. - Supply Chain: Performance was achieved despite temporary closures of outlets and manufacturing plants due to the cyclone. • Economic & Social Impact: - Agriculture & Dairy: The Group channels over Rs. 20 Bn annually to the rural economy by purchasing produce and fresh milk from smallholder farmers. - Tax Contribution: Contributes over Rs. 46 Bn annually to national tax revenue. - Disaster Relief: Contributed Rs. 100 Mn to the National Disaster Relief Fund plus Rs. 45 Mn in essential food aid. • Outlook: While near-term spending may moderate due to cyclone-related economic effects, management remains confident in Sri Lanka’s macroeconomic stability and long-term growth.