Janashakthi Finance PLC reports 35% growth in net operating income, pre-tax income of Rs. 389 million in the third quarter of fiscal year 2026

Janashakthi Finance PLC (formerly Orient Finance PLC), a subsidiary of JXG (Janasakthi Group), has reported a strong financial performance for the 9 months ended 31 December 2025. This was mainly due to the sustained growth in the company’s core business segments, the systematic execution of plans and the continued focus on scale and efficiency.

“The performance recorded during the period is a testament to the clarity of our strategic priorities and the strength of our governance framework. With strong leadership leading the business with confidence, we have been able to continue to grow, maintaining the profitability of the company and earning the trust of our stakeholders,” said Rajendra Thyagaraja, Chairman, Janashakthi Finance PLC.

During the period under review, the company’s pre-tax profit increased by 39% to Rs. 389 million compared to the corresponding period of the previous year. This was mainly due to the increase in operating income and expansion of the service portfolio. The company’s net operating income increased by 35% to Rs. 2.2 billion compared to the corresponding period of the previous year due to sustainable lending activities and expansion of the business scale. The company’s net profit after tax during the period was Rs. 240 million.

The total value of loans issued and receivables of the company increased by 49% to Rs. 29 billion compared to the corresponding period of the previous year due to the demand in the main loan categories and targeted growth programs. The company’s deposit value has increased to Rs. 17 billion, which is a growth of 14% compared to the corresponding period of the previous year.

"During this period, we focused on strengthening our fund base and improving operational efficiency by expanding our lending responsibly. The growth we have shown in key indicators, in line with our medium-term strategy and responding to market opportunities, is a testament to the strength of the company," said Mr. Sidambaram Sri Ganendran, Chief Executive Officer, Janashakthi Finance PLC.

Janashakthi Finance PLC aims to achieve sustainable growth through prudent risk management and customer-centric solutions, as well as continuous investments in human resources and technology infrastructure. Building on these positive results, the company is committed to providing efficient services that are in line with the changing needs of its customers while continuously delivering value and benefits to its stakeholders.

About Janashakthi Finance PLC (formerly Orient Finance PLC)

Janasakthi Finance PLC offers a wide range of solutions and services to suit the needs of its customers, including Fixed Deposits, Savings Accounts, Leasing, Gold Loans (Mortgage Services), Alternatives, Financial Solutions and Corporate Finance Services. The company has a strong and stable heritage of 44 years in the financial services sector in Sri Lanka. Janashakthi Finance PLC has been able to gain wide recognition among its customers as a provider of excellent financial solutions and services to its customers by giving priority to innovation. Janashakthi Finance PLC, a subsidiary of JXG (Janasakthi Group of Companies), is a licensed company of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka and has been awarded a BB+ (Positive Outlook) rating by the Lanka Rating Agency (LRA).

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Mr. Rajendra Thiagaraja

Chairman

Janashakthi Finance PLC

Mr. Chidambaram Sri Ganendran

CEO

Janashakthi Finance PLC