📈 First Capital Holdings PLC Reports Rs. 2.10 Bn PAT for FY26

First Capital Holdings PLC delivered a steady performance for the financial year ended 31 March 2026, navigating a dynamic operating environment impacted by cyclone "Ditwah", Middle East geopolitical tensions, and VAT tax settlements on financial services. • Overall Performance • Profit after Tax (PAT): Rs. 2.10 Bn (down from Rs. 5.02 Bn in the previous year) • Core Earnings: Net income before operating expenses reached Rs. 6.59 Bn, driven by strong operational performance in Primary Dealer and Corporate Debt Securities businesses. • Sector & Division Breakdowns • Primary Dealer: Recorded a PAT of Rs. 1.60 Bn, supported by Rs. 1.75 Bn in net interest income and Rs. 1.44 Bn in trading gains from government securities. • Corporate Finance Advisory & Dealing Securities: Achieved a PAT of Rs. 0.93 Bn, backed by Rs. 2.29 Bn in equity trading gains. • Stock Brokering: Witnessed significant growth with a PAT of Rs. 242 Mn, up from Rs. 71 Mn last year, driven by higher execution volumes. • Wealth Management: Reported a PAT of Rs. 84 Mn, with Assets Under Management (AUM) standing at Rs. 96.2 Bn. The group remains focused on sustaining long-term stakeholder value and deepening its leadership position within Sri Lanka's financial services sector through its diversified business model. _(Based on provisional financial data)_