Indices close in green

17 October 2024 12:40 am Views - 44

The ASPI closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Dialog Axiata, Aitken Spence and Dipped Products with the turnover crossing Rs. 1.7 Bn. A similar behaviour was witnessed in the S&P SL20. High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in Dialog Axiata, John Keells Holdings and Hemas Holdings. Mixed interest was observed in Digital Mobility Solutions Lanka, Dipped Products and Maskeliya Plantations whilst retail interest was noted in Nation Lanka Finance, Citrus Leisure and Waskaduwa Beach Resort. Furthermore, foreigners closed as net sellers.

Capital Goods sector was the top contributor to the market turnover (due to John Keells Holdings) whilst the sector index edged up by 0.02%. The share price of John Keells Holdings recorded a loss of Rs. 0.75 (0.38%) to close at Rs. 195.75.

Telecommunication Services sector was the second highest contributor to the market turnover (due to Dialog Axiata) whilst the sector index increased by 0.48%. The share price of Dialog Axiata increased by Rs. 0.40 (3.88%) to close at Rs. 10.70.

Digital Mobility Solutions Lanka, Dipped Products and Maskeliya Plantations were also included amongst the top turnover contributors. The share price of Digital Mobility Solutions Lanka gained Rs. 3.50 (9.09%) to close at Rs. 42.00. The share price of Dipped Products moved up by Rs. 1.70 (4.59%) to close at Rs. 38.70. The share price of Maskeliya Plantations appreciated by Rs. 5.80 (11.51%) to close at Rs. 56.20.