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Recent Market Performance
Comparison of ASPI performance and turnover metrics.
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Sri Lanka's Stock Market Rises Amidst Global Market Volatility and ...
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – The Colombo Stock Exchange experienced a positive close on Friday, buoyed by investor optimism regarding a potential ceasefire between the US and Iran, as well as ongoing ceasefire discussions between Israel and Lebanon. Shahana Kanagaratnam, a Senior Assistant Manager in Research at First Capital Holdings, noted that the overall market atmosphere was upbeat, largely influenced by recent geopolitical developments in the Middle East. The All Share Price Index (ASPI) increased by 0.82 percent, translating to a rise of 184.32 points, closing at 22,773.29. In parallel, the S&P SL20 also posted gains, rising by 0.53 percent or 33.18 points to finish at 6,263.94. Key contributors to the ASPI’s growth included Central Finance, which surged by 5.83 percent to Rs. 254.00, Hemas Holdings with a 5.06 percent increase to Rs. 33.20, Hayleys rising by 2.17 percent to Rs. 235.00, and CT Holdings climbing 4.14 percent to Rs. 604.00. Conversely, the National Development Bank saw a decline of 2.11 percent, closing at Rs. 116.00, while Hatton National Bank and Commercial Bank fell by 0.54 percent to Rs. 412.50 and 0.47 percent to Rs. 210.25, respectively. The total market turnover reached 4.974 billion rupees, with capital goods accounting for 1.056 billion of this figure. Kanagaratnam remarked on the active participation from retail investors, alongside significant trading volumes, particularly in NDB. For the week, the ASPI recorded a substantial gain of 2.91 percent, equating to 644.63 points, when compared to the close before the four-day weekend last Friday. In contrast, global stocks faced declines on Friday as investors awaited updates regarding the potential extension of the Iran-US ceasefire, coinciding with a drop in crude oil prices. In the Asia-Pacific region, Japan’s Nikkei 225 fell by 1.75 percent, dropping 1,042.44 points to close at 58,475.90. Meanwhile, Shanghai’s SSE Composite Index decreased by 0.10 percent, or 4.12 points, to finish at 4,051.43. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index also experienced a decline, down 0.89 percent, or 233.93 points, ending at 26,160.33. However, India’s NIFTY 50 bucked the downward trend, gaining 0.65 percent, or 156.80 points, to close at 24,353.55. (Colombo/Apr17/2026)
Sri Lanka stocks close down, capital goods, financials lead turnover
The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Monday, data from CSE showed.This may be a “one off situation, as there are no underlying issues seen,” Raynal Wickremeratne, Head of Strategy, Softlogic Stockbrokers said.“We may see a correction tomorrow.”The All Share Price Index was down 0.89 percent, or 203.26 points at 22,570.03.The S&P SL20 was down 0.66 percent, or 41.15 points at 6,222.79.Asiri Hospital Holdings (up 12.37 percent at 41.80 rupees), Melstacorp (up 0.56 percent at 180.75 rupees), and Carson Cumberbatch (up 1.90 percent at 816.25 rupees) were top positive contributors to the ASPI.RIL Holdings (down 5.92 percent at 28.60 rupees), CT Holdings (down 3.73 percent at 581.50 rupees), Dialog Axiata (down 2.03 percent at 33.80 rupees) were top negative contributors.Turnover was 4.11 billion rupees. Capital goods contributed 786 million to takeover, while diversified financials contributed 710.1 million rupees.“Most global markets have been positive recently,” Wickremeratne added.The US’ DOW Jones 30 index was up 1.79 percent at 49,447.43 points.Hong Kong’s Hang Seng was up 0.77 percent at 26,361.07.Meanwhile, India’s Nifty50 index was flat at 24,332.85.source: Economy Next
CSEALL Quote - Sri Lanka Colombo Stock Exchange All Share Index
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