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High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in John Keells Holdings, Lion Brewery and Melstacorp.
Mixed interest was observed in Browns Investments, LB Finance and Hatton National Bank whilst retail interest was noted in Lanka Credit and Business Finance, Waskaduwa Beach Resort and Nation Lanka Finance. Foreign participation in the market activity remained at subdued levels with foreigners closing as net sellers.
The Capital Goods sector was the top contributor to the market turnover (due to John Keells Holdings) whilst the sector index lost 0.71%. The share price of John Keells Holdings decreased by Rs. 0.10 (0.42%) to close at Rs. 23.80. The Food, Beverage & Tobacco sector was the second highest contributor to the market turnover (due to Browns Investments) whilst the sector index decreased by 0.60%.
The share price of Browns Investments lost Rs. 0.10 (1.28%) to close at Rs. 7.70. LB Finance, Hatton National Bank and RIL Property were also included amongst the top turnover contributors. The share price of LB Finance moved down by Rs. 0.30 (0.33%) to close at Rs. 91.50.
The share price of Hatton National Bank recorded a loss of Rs. 1.00 (0.32%) to close at Rs. 309.75. The share price of RIL Property appreciated by Rs. 0.30 (2.04%) to close at Rs. 15.00.