Assetline Finance receives rating of A-; Outlook Stable

Assetline Finance Limited (AFL) the flagship company of the Financial Services Cluster of David Pieris Group received its initial rating of A- with a stable outlook from the Lanka Rating Agency (LRA) reflecting its medium size and solid standing in the lending market. The Company provides a range of products such as automobile leasing & loans, working capital financing, and commercial financing; serving both individuals and corporates across the country. As a subsidiary of the David Pieris Group, the parent’s involvement in the automotive business and its strong financial health have contributed to the rating.

LRA further stated that “the Company plans to focus on expanding its asset base by leveraging available borrowing lines from both group companies and financial institutions. Unutilised funding lines provide comfort regarding liquidity. The rating further reflects the AFL’s strong capitalisation, highlighted by robust equity and a Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) of 30%.”