Stock Market

Colombo Stock Market Hits Four-Month Low as ASPI Falls

The Colombo stock market’s downturn continued yesterday, with the benchmark ASPI index hitting a four-month low amid subdued trading activity. The ASPI dropped by 0.9% or over 108 points, closing at 11,511, marking its fourth consecutive session in the red. The S&P SL20 Index also fell by 1%, while turnover totaled Rs. 558.6 million across

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Stock Market

Colombo Stock Market Turnover Hits 7-Month Low Amid Investor Caution

The Colombo stock market continued its dismal performance, starting the new week with a fresh low in turnover. The active S&P SL20 index dipped by 0.5%, while the benchmark ASPI declined by 0.1%. Turnover was a mere Rs. 376.7 million involving 112.6 million shares. Asia Securities reported that the indices began the week on a

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Stock Market

CSE Sees Positive Start with Rs. 409 Million Net Foreign Inflow

The Colombo stock market commenced the new week on a positive note, with indices rising and a notable net foreign inflow of over Rs. 400 million. The active S&P SL20 index increased by 0.55% while the benchmark ASPI rose by 0.41%. Turnover reached Rs. 1.56 billion, involving 29.2 million shares. Net foreign buying was led

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Industry Analysis

Foreign Buying Continues Amid Market Declines

Indices closed in the red due to price drops in stocks like Hayleys, Hatton National Bank, and Melstacorp, with the turnover surpassing Rs. 1.5 billion. Notable crossings occurred in Windforce, Sampath Bank, John Keells Holdings, and Alumex, which together accounted for 52.1% of the turnover. There was mixed interest in Hayleys, LVL Energy Fund, and

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