Indices close in red

The ASPI closed in red as a result of price losses in counters such as Commercial Bank, C T Holdings and Browns Investments with the turnover crossing Rs. 558 mn. 

A similar behaviour was witnessed in the S&P SL20. High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in Sampath Bank and Hatton National Bank. 

Mixed interest was observed in John Keells Holdings, Hayleys and Lanka IOC whilst retail interest was noted in Browns Investments, LOLC Finance and Nation Lanka Finance. 

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 John Keells Holdings and Hayleys) whilst the sector index lost 1.05%. 

The share price of John Keells Holdings decreased by Rs. 1.75 (0.92%) to close at Rs. 189.25. The share price of Hayleys lost Rs. 1.00 (0.99%) to close at Rs. 100.00. 

The Banking sector was the second highest contributor to the market turnover (due to Sampath Bank and Hatton National Bank) whilst the sector index decreased by 1.10%. 

The share price of Sampath Bank moved down by Rs. 0.20 (0.26%) to close at Rs. 75.80. The share price of Hatton National Bank recorded a loss of Rs. 0.75 (0.40%) to close at Rs. 188.00. 

Lanka IOC was also included amongst the top turnover contributors. The share price of Lanka IOC declined by Rs. 1.75 (1.48%) to close at Rs. 116.25.