Indices bounce back

The ASPI closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Ceylinco Holdings, Central Finance Company and Sampath Bank with the turnover crossing Rs. 3.5 bn.

A similar behaviour was witnessed in the S&P SL20. High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in Ambeon Capital, Printcare and Ceylinco Holdings. 

Mixed interest was observed in John Keells Holdings, Hatton National Bank and Sierra Cables whilst retail interest was noted in Waskaduwa Beach Resort, Hela Apparel Holdings and Industrial Asphalts. 

Furthermore, foreigners closed as net sellers. The Consumer Durables & Apparel sector was the top contributor to the market turnover (due to Ambeon Capital) whilst the sector index gained 0.96%. The share price of Ambeon Capital increased by Rs 0.10 (0.33%) to close at Rs 30.00. 

The Capital Goods sector was the second highest contributor to the market turnover (due to John Keells Holdings) whilst the sector index increased by 0.77%. The share price of John Keells Holdings moved up by Rs 0.10 (0.45%) to close at Rs 22.50. 

Printcare, Ceylinco Holdings and Hatton National Bank were also included amongst the top turnover contributors. The share price of Printcare gained Rs 5.70 (9.39%) to close at Rs 66.40. 

The share price of Ceylinco Holdings recorded a gain of Rs 287.50 (9.27%) to close at Rs 3,390.00. The share price of Hatton National Bank declined by Rs 1.25 (0.38%) to close at Rs 328.25.