Indices close on a mixed note

The ASPI edged up as a result of price gains in counters such as Ceylon Tobacco Company, Dialog Axiata and Hatton National Bank with the turnover crossing Rs. 4.4 Bn.

Meanwhile, the S&P SL20 closed in red. High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in Digital Mobility Solutions Lanka, Singer Sri Lanka, and Hatton National Bank. Mixed interest was observed in LVL Energy Fund, Associated Motor Finance Company and John Keells Holdings, whilst retail interest was noted in Industrial Asphalts, Beruwala Resorts and Softlogic Capital. Foreign

participation in the market activity remained at subdued levels with foreigners closing as net buyers.

Transportation sector was the top contributor to the market turnover (due to Digital Mobility Solutions Lanka) whilst the sector index gained 7.75%. The share price of Digital Mobility Solutions Lanka increased by Rs 7.65 (7.80%) to close at Rs 105.75.

Diversified Financials sector was the second-highest contributor to the market turnover (due to Associated Motor Finance Company) whilst the sector index decreased by 0.34%. The share price of Associated Motor Finance Company appreciated by Rs 8.70 (10.96%) to close at Rs 88.10.

Singer Sri Lanka, LVL Energy Fund Limited and Hatton National Bank nonvoting were also included amongst the top turnover contributors. The share price of Singer Sri Lanka gained Rs 1.50 (2.28%) to close at Rs 67.40. The share price of LVL Energy Fund Limited moved up by Rs 0.50 (6.25%) to close at Rs 8.50. The share price of Hatton National Bank nonvoting recorded a gain of Rs 0.50 (0.17%) to close at Rs 299.50.