ASPI closes in red

Indices closed in red as a result of price losses in counters such as Hatton National Bank, John Keells Holdings and Commercial Bank with the turnover crossing Rs. 915 mn. 

High net worth and institutional investor participation were noted in Sampath Bank, National Development Bank and Alumex. 

Mixed interest was observed in ACL Cables, Vallibel One and Browns Investments whilst retail interest was noted in Cargills Bank, Industrial Asphalts and LOLC Finance. 

Foreign participation in the market activity remained at subdued levels with foreigners closing as net buyers. The Banking sector was the top contributor to the market turnover whilst the sector index lost 0.83%. 

The share price of Sampath Bank decreased by Rs. 0.40 (0.51%) to close at Rs. 77.80. The share price of the National Development Bank lost Rs. 1.00 (1.27%) to close at Rs 78.00. The capital Goods sector was the second highest contributor to the market turnover whilst the sector index decreased by 0.82%. The share price of ACL Cables edged down by Rs. 0.10 (0.11%) to close at Rs. 86.90. 

The share price of Vallibel One recorded a gain of Rs. 0.30 (0.55%) to close at Rs. 54.40. Browns Investments was also included among the top turnover contributors. The share price of Browns Investments declined by Rs. 0.10 (1.56%) to close at Rs. 6.30.