Sancus Lending Group Limited reported its final results for the year ended 31 December 2025, highlighting a significant uplift in profitability and a 32% increase in turnover to ยฃ22.1 million. The company originated ยฃ212.5 million in new facilities, a 96% year-on-year increase, and ended the year with ยฃ306.7 million in loans under management, up 29%. Profit before tax was ยฃ1.2 million, compared to ยฃ0.1 million in 2024, reflecting both operational momentum and a stronger financial position. The company operates through three strategic units: Sancus (UK & Ireland), Amberton, and Hawk, with a focus on property lending, private wealth, and asset management. The Board expressed confidence in achieving sustainable profitability in 2026, supported by disciplined cost control and prudent underwriting. Despite macroeconomic challenges, the company sees opportunities in structural undersupply in residential markets and growing demand for secured private credit.
| Financial Metric | 2024 | 2025 | Change |
|---|
| Group Revenue (ยฃ million) | 16.8 | 22.1 | +32% |
| Profit Before Tax (ยฃ million) | 0.1 | 1.2 | +1100% |
| Loan Book (ยฃ million) | 237.6 | 306.7 | +29% |
| UK AUM (ยฃ million) | 84.0 | 125.4 | +49% |
| Irish Loan Book (ยฃ million) | 47.8 | 84.3 | +76% |
| Channel Islands AUM (ยฃ million) | 105.8 | 97.1 | -8% |
| Amberton Loan Note AUM (ยฃ million) | 41.7 | 73.5 | +76% |
| Operating Expenses (ยฃ million) | 6.0 | 7.1 | +18% |
| Group Borrowing Costs (ยฃ million) | 2.3 | 2.1 | -8% |
| Expected Credit Loss (ECL) Credit (ยฃ million) | 0.4 | 0.2 | -50% |
| Total Assets (ยฃ million) | 122.1 | 195.0 | +59% |
| Total Liabilities (ยฃ million) | 124.1 | 193.9 | +56% |
| Net Assets (ยฃ million) | -2.1 | 1.1 | N/A |
### Key Observations:
1. **Revenue Growth**: Group revenue increased by 32% from ยฃ16.8 million in 2024 to ยฃ22.1 million in 2025, driven by strong performance in UK and Irish core businesses.
2. **Profitability**: Profit before tax significantly increased from ยฃ0.1 million in 2024 to ยฃ1.2 million in 2025, reflecting improved operating performance and gains from ZDP share buy-backs.
3. **Loan Book Expansion**: The loan book grew by 29% from ยฃ237.6 million to ยฃ306.7 million, with notable increases in UK and Irish loan books.
4. **AUM Growth**: Assets under management (AUM) increased across most segments, particularly in the UK and Ireland, while the Channel Islands AUM slightly decreased.
5. **Cost Management**: Operating expenses increased by 18%, but group borrowing costs decreased by 8%, indicating improved financial management.
6. **Balance Sheet Strengthening**: Total assets and liabilities both increased, but the company transitioned from net liabilities to net assets, reflecting a stronger financial position.
7. **Debt Management**: The company reduced leverage through ZDP share buy-backs and increased financing facilities, enhancing its capital structure.