Lion Brewery (Ceylon) (LION.N0000) Q3 25/26 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Revenue for the group rose 8% year-over-year to Rs. 33.5 billion for the quarter ended 31 December 2025, with nine-month revenue up 6% to Rs. 97.8 billion.

• Group net profit for the quarter was Rs. 2.88 billion, up marginally from Rs. 2.87 billion last year; nine-month net profit increased 11% to Rs. 8.45 billion.

• Earnings per share for the nine months rose to Rs. 105.62 from Rs. 94.73 year-over-year.

Financial highlights

• Gross profit for the group increased 16% year-over-year for the quarter and 15% for the nine months, reflecting improved margins.

• Operating profit for the group was Rs. 4.8 billion for the quarter and Rs. 14.3 billion for the nine months, up 13% year-over-year.

• Net cash generated from operating activities for the group was Rs. 12.87 billion for the nine months, compared to Rs. 7.28 billion last year.

• Total assets for the group stood at Rs. 69.2 billion as of 31 December 2025, up from Rs. 63.6 billion at 31 March 2025.

Outlook and guidance

• Management affirms the group’s ability to continue operations in the foreseeable future based on current information.