Net foreign inflows after six sessions

The ASPI closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as LOLC Holdings, Central Finance Company and Royal Ceramics with the turnover crossing Rs. 3.2 bn. 

A similar behaviour was witnessed in the S&P SL20. High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in Agarapatana Plantations, Hatton National Bank and John Keells Hotels. 

Mixed interest was observed in Dipped Products, Central Finance Company and ACL Cables whilst retail interest was noted in Lanka Credit and Business Finance, Waskaduwa Beach Resort and Softlogic Capital.  Foreign participation in the market activity remained at subdued levels with foreigners closing as net buyers. Food, Beverage & Tobacco sector was the top contributor to the market turnover (due to Agarapatana Plantations) whilst the sector index gained 0.29%. The share price of Agarapatana Plantations increased by Rs. 0.20 (2.27%) to close at Rs. 9.00. 

Capital Goods sector was the second highest contributor to the market turnover (due to ACL Cables) whilst the sector index increased by 1.00%. The share price of ACL Cables appreciated by Rs. 2.70 (2.82%) to close at Rs. 98.50. Dipped Products, Hatton National Bank and Central Finance Company were also included amongst the top turnover contributors. 

The share price of Dipped Products gained Rs. 1.70 (3.85%) to close at Rs. 45.90. The share price of Hatton National Bank moved up by Rs. 1.75 (0.75%) to close at Rs. 235.25. The share price of Central Finance Company recorded a gain of Rs. 6.25 (4.83%) to close at Rs. 135.75.