📈 Foreign Capital Drives Pivot: The Kerner Haus Transformation

Kerner Haus Global Solutions PLC (formerly Ceylon Printers PLC) has emerged as a prime example of how foreign-backed capital can successfully repurpose a legacy listed entity into a high-growth commercial real estate and managed office platform. • Strategic Pivot & Control Fresh ownership by Ekta Global Pte Ltd (holding 63.62% as of Sept 2025) triggered a formal shift from printing to an "asset-light" property management model. Commercial operations officially commenced on 1 October 2025. • Rapid Execution & Scaling The company has transitioned from a single-property narrative to a multi-regional platform with a footprint in Nawam Mawatha, Kew Road, Mount Lavinia, and Kandy. Revenue Growth: Secured four major management agreements by January 2026, boosting estimated annual management fees to Rs. 60.1 Mn. Geographic Expansion: The Katukale, Kandy agreement marked the first significant move outside Colombo, signaling a broader national strategy. • Market Performance The stock has seen exponential growth following its repositioning: Sept 2025: Rs. 425.00 Jan 2026: Rs. 648.25 April 2026: Peaked at Rs. 4,138.75 (2 April) before settling at Rs. 3,883.25 (6 April). Corporate Action: A 1-for-70 share subdivision was recently proposed to manage the high share price. • Economic Context This transformation highlights the role of foreign capital in modernizing Sri Lankan listed entities, moving beyond passive investment into active business model resets that drive sector diversification and market value. _Note: Based on company filings and market data as of April 2026._