📈 JKH 3Q Earnings: Group EBITDA Surges 68%

Top blue-chip John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH) reported a robust performance for 3Q FY2025/26, driven by strong momentum across its diverse portfolio. • Financial Performance: - Group Revenue: Up 54% YoY to Rs. 125.05 Bn. - Group EBITDA: Grew 68% YoY to Rs. 23.76 Bn. - Profit Before Tax (PBT): Increased by 113% to Rs. 12.89 Bn. - 9-Month Cumulative PBT: Rose 193% to Rs. 23.79 Bn. • Sector Highlights: - Leisure & Retail: Primary drivers of PBT growth. Sri Lankan Leisure saw high occupancy via increased tourist arrivals. - City of Dreams Sri Lanka: Recorded its first positive EBITDA of Rs. 1.43 Bn since launch. - Ports & Logistics: The West Container Terminal (WCT-1) recorded steady throughput growth and hit profitability ahead of expectations. - Automotive: John Keells CG Auto maintains a strong pipeline with over 3,900 vehicle deliveries pending. • Dividends & Outlook: - Declared a second interim dividend of Rs. 0.10 per share (Rs. 1.77 Bn outlay). - Management expects performance momentum to sustain, noting minimal impact from recent weather disruptions (Cyclone Ditwah).