Indices close in red

The ASPI closed in red as a result of price losses in counters such as Expolanka Holdings, Aitken Spence and Vallibel One with the turnover crossing Rs. 482 mn. 
Similar behaviour was witnessed in the S&P SL20. High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in John Keells Holdings, Seylan Bank, and Chevron Lubricants. 
Mixed interest was observed in Expolanka Holdings, Capital Alliance and Hela Apparel Holdings whilst retail interest was noted in LOLC Finance, Industrial Asphalts and Browns Investments. 

Foreign participation in the market activity remained at subdued levels with foreigners closing as net buyers. Capital Goods sector was the top contributor to the market turnover (due to John Keells Holdings) whilst the sector index lost 0.41%. The share price of John Keells Holdings decreased by Rs. 0.25 (0.18%) to close at Rs. 139.75. 
Diversified Financials sector was the second highest contributor to the market turnover (due to Capital Alliance) whilst the sector index increased by 0.36%. The share price of Capital Alliance moved up by Rs. 0.30 (0.93%) to close at Rs. 32.50. 

Expolanka Holdings, Seylan Bank and Chevron Lubricants were also included among the top turnover contributors. The share price of Expolanka Holdings lost Rs. 2.75 (2.04%) to close at Rs. 131.75. The share price of Seylan Bank recorded a gain of Rs. 0.20 (0.71%) to close at Rs. 28.20. The share price of Chevron Lubricants appreciated by Rs. 1.50 (1.75%) to close at Rs. 87.00.