October commences with gains

Indices closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Hatton National Bank, John Keells Holdings and Commercial Bank with the turnover crossing Rs. 3.5 bn. 

High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in Sampath Bank, CIC Holdings, Dialog Axiata. 
Mixed interest was observed in Hatton National Bank, Teejay Lanka and Commercial Bank whilst retail interest was noted in SMB Leasing, Industrial Asphalts and Renuka Agri Foods. Furthermore, foreigners closed as net sellers. 
The Banking sector was the top contributor to the market turnover (due to Sampath Bank, Hatton National Bank and Commercial Bank) whilst the sector index gained 2.76%. The share price of Sampath Bank increased by Rs. 0.80 (1.03%) to close at Rs. 78.50. The share price of Hatton National Bank gained Rs. 9.50 (4.64%) to close at Rs. 214.25. 

The share price of Commercial Bank appreciated by Rs. 2.00 (1.98%) to close at Rs. 103.25. Teejay Lanka and CIC Holdings were also included amongst the top turnover contributors. 

The share price of Teejay Lanka moved up by Rs. 2.00 (4.94%) to close at Rs. 42.50. The share price of CIC Holdings closed flat at Rs. 75.00.