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SLT Mobitel logs 55% profit surge in second quarter to Rs3.53bn

Sri Lanka's telecommunications operator SLT Mobitel has reported a significant jump in quarterly earnings, driven by improved operational performance. The company posted basic earnings per share of Rs1.96 for the three-month period ending June.

LSN Sri Lanka · 18 August 2026

SLT Mobitel logs 55% profit surge in second quarter to Rs3.53bn

SLT Mobitel, one of Sri Lanka's major telecom providers, has demonstrated strong financial growth with net profit rising 55 percent to Rs3.53 billion in the second quarter of the year.

The substantial earnings increase underscores improving business conditions and operational efficiency within the group. Basic earnings per share reached Rs1.96 for the quarter, reflecting the enhanced profitability across the company's operations.

The performance comes as Sri Lanka's telecommunications sector continues to navigate a dynamic competitive landscape. SLT Mobitel's results suggest the operator has successfully improved its operational metrics and revenue generation during the period.

The second quarter results demonstrate the company's ability to deliver shareholder value through disciplined cost management and effective business strategies. The earnings growth marks a notable milestone in the group's financial trajectory for the year.