ASPI ends above 21,000 with turnover of Rs. 13.2Bn

By Almas Equities Research 

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) ended on a mixed note today, while marking a historic milestone as the All Share Price Index (ASPI) closed above the 21,000-point level for the first time. The ASPI gained 65.09 points (+0.31%) to close at 21,062.45, supported by firm investor sentiment, whereas the S&P SL20 slipped 5.43 points (-0.09%) to 6,071.36. Market turnover reached LKR 13.20 Bn with 533.52 Mn shares traded, of which crossings contributed LKR 7.55 Bn, accounting for 57.2% of the day’s total. The highest contribution from crossings came through JKH.N, generating LKR 5.38 Bn with 231.00 Mn shares changing hands.

The Capital Goods sector emerged as the leading contributor to market activity, accounting for nearly 49.20% of total turnover. Overall, 116 companies supported the ASPI positively, while 105 companies contributed negatively. Notable positive contributors included CFIN.N with LKR 18.45 Mn turnover from 63,356 shares, along with DIMO.N, MELS.N, CARG.N, and RIL.N, which helped sustain upward momentum.

On the downside, JKH.N weighed on the index with LKR 5.52 Bn turnover from 237.36 Mn shares traded, while CARS.N, BUKI.N, SPEN.N, and SAMP.N also contributed to the negative pressure. A significant number of trades were recorded in PLR.N, while ASCO.N stood out with a sharp 15.35% price gain, reflecting heightened investor activity in select counters.