November commences with gains

The ASPI closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Senkadagala Finance, Bukit Darah and John Keells Holdings with the turnover crossing Rs. 5.7 Bn. A similar behaviour was witnessed in the S&P SL20.

High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in Digital Mobility Solutions Lanka, Aitken Spence and Jetwing Symphony. Mixed interest was observed in Sierra Cables, Chevron Lubricants and John Keells Holdings whilst retail interest was noted in SMB Leasing, Industrial Asphalts and Hikkaduwa Beach Resort. Furthermore, foreigners closed as net sellers.

The Capital Goods sector was the top contributor to the market turnover (due to Aitken Spence and Sierra Cables) whilst the sector index gained 0.91%. The share price of Aitken Spence lost Rs 0.50 (0.31%) to close at Rs 163.00.

The share price of Sierra Cables closed flat at Rs 33.30. Transportation sector was the second highest contributor to the market turnover (due to Digital Mobility Solutions Lanka) whilst the sector index increased by 0.97%. The share price of Digital Mobility Solutions Lanka increased by Rs 1.50 (0.99%) to close at Rs 153.00.

Chevron Lubricants and Jetwing Symphony Limited were also included amongst the top turnover contributors. The share price of Chevron Lubricants recorded a gain of Rs 1.00 (0.54%) to close at Rs 185.00. The share price of Jetwing Symphony Limited appreciated by Rs 0.10 (0.48%) to close at Rs 21.00.