Indices close on a mixed note

The ASPI edged up as a result of price gains in counters such as Hatton National Bank, DFCC Bank and United Motors Lanka with the turnover crossing Rs. 8.3 bn. 
Meanwhile, the S&P SL20 edged down. High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in Renuka Foods, Laugfs Gas and Pan Asia Banking Corporation. 
Mixed interest was observed in Colombo Dockyard, Hatton National Bank and Renuka Agri Foods whilst retail interest was noted in Luminex, Muller & Phipps and York Arcade Holdings. Foreign participation in the market activity remained at subdued levels with foreigners closing as net sellers. 
Capital Goods sector was the top contributor to the market turnover (due to Colombo Dockyard) whilst the sector index lost 0.73%. The share price of Colombo Dockyard lost Rs. 6.25 (4.36%) to close at Rs. 137.00. 
Food, Beverage & Tobacco sector was the second highest contributor to the market turnover (due to Renuka Foods and Renuka Agri Foods) whilst the sector index increased by 0.39%. 
The share price of Renuka Foods increased by Rs. 0.50 (0.70%) to close at Rs. 72.40. The share price of Renuka Agri Foods appreciated by Rs. 1.20 (8.16%) to close at Rs. 15.90. Laugfs Gas and Hatton National Bank were also included amongst the top turnover contributors. 
The share price of Laugfs Gas moved up by Rs. 4.00 (5.62%) to close at Rs. 75.20. The share price of Hatton National Bank recorded a gain of Rs. 8.75 (2.07%) to close at Rs. 432.00.