Indices close in green

The ASPI closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Dialog Axiata, Melstacorp and Nations Trust Bank with the turnover crossing Rs. 9.2 Bn. A similar behaviour was witnessed in the S&P SL20. High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in Dialog Axiata, Sampath Bank, Cargills. Mixed interest was observed in ACL Cables, R I L Property and Prime Lands Residencies whilst retail interest was noted in Lanka Credit and Business Finance, York Arcade Holdings and Muller & Phipps. Furthermore, foreigners closed as net sellers.

Telecommunication Services sector was the top contributor to the market turnover (due to Dialog Axiata) whilst the sector index gained 4.93%. The share price of Dialog Axiata increased by Rs 1.70 (5.33%) to close at Rs 33.60.

Capital Goods sector was the second highest contributor to the market turnover (due to ACL Cables) whilst the sector index increased by 0.28%. The share price of ACL Cables closed flat at Rs 102.00.

Sampath Bank, Prime Lands Residencies and R I L Property were also included amongst the top turnover contributors.

The share price of Sampath Bank moved up by Rs 0.25 (0.16%) to close at Rs 155.25. The share price of Prime Lands Residencies recorded a gain of Rs 0.70 (1.78%) to close at Rs 40.00. The share price of R I L Property appreciated by Rs 0.50 (1.33%) to close at Rs 38.10.