Sri Lanka, Aug. 20 -- Aitken Spence PLC, with a portfolio spanning diverse industries and geographies, began the financial year 2026/27 with strong earnings momentum, recording a 74% increase in Group Profit Before Tax (PBT) to Rs. 1.7 billion for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. Profit After Tax (PAT) increased by 158% to Rs. 1.0 billion, while Group EBITDA increased by 23% to Rs. 5.3 billion compared to the corresponding period of the previous year, reflecting stronger underlying operating performance across the Group's businesses.

The Group's improved profitability during the quarter was driven by other operating income and stronger contributions from equity-accounted investees. Profit attributable to equity holders for the first quar...