WorldStage– Custodian Investment Plc has released its fourth-quarter earnings forecast for the financial year ending December 31, 2026, projecting a significant increase in key financial metrics compared to its FY 2025 results.
According to the corporate disclosure certified by Managing Director Wole Oshin and Chief Financial Officer Friday Nwachukwu, the group expects top-line growth driven by a substantial surge in gross revenue.
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Key Earnings Highlights
Gross Revenue: Projected to reach N312.64 billion, up 77.8% from N175.81 billion recorded in 2025.
Profit Before Tax (PBT): Expected to rise 52.6% to N88.71 billion, up from N58.13 billion in FY 2025.
Profit After Tax (PAT): Forecasted at N77.64 billion, marking a 57.1% increase compared to N49.41 billion in the previous year.
Owners of Parent Company: Net income attributable to equity holders is projected at N75.58 billion, up from N48.78 billion.
Total Expenses: Expected to rise to N223.94 billion, compared to N117.68 billion in 2025, primarily driven by operating expenses (N225.52 billion) and management expenses (N35.61 billion).
Cash Flow Outlook
Net Cash from Operating Activities: Forecasted at N30.13 billion.
Investing Activities: Net cash outflow projected at N78.89 billion, largely reflecting financial asset acquisitions totaling N124.75 billion.
Financing Outflows: Projected dividend payments stand at N16.18 billion.
Closing Cash Balance: Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period are expected to reach N108.99 billion.
