Indices continue to gain

Indices closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Hatton National Bank, Commercial Bank and John Keells Holdings with the turnover crossing Rs. 2.7 bn. 
High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in John Keells Holdings, Central Finance Company and Aitken Spence. Mixed interest was observed in Capital Alliance, Commercial Bank and CIC Holdings whilst retail interest was noted in Browns Investments, SMB Leasing nonvoting and Agarapatana Plantations.

Foreign participation in the market activity remained at subdued levels with foreigners closing as net sellers. 
Diversified Financials sector was the top contributor to the market turnover (due to Central Finance Company and Capital Alliance) whilst the sector index gained 1.33%. The share price of Central Finance Company gained Rs. 5.75 (4.55%) to close at Rs. 132.25. The share price of Capital Alliance moved up by Rs. 4.90 (5.70%) to close at Rs. 90.80.

Capital Goods sector was the second highest contributor to the market turnover (due to John Keells Holdings) whilst the sector index increased by 0.98%. The share price of John Keells Holdings increased by Rs. 4.00 (2.14%) to close at Rs. 191.00. 
Commercial Bank and CIC Holdings were also included amongst the top turnover contributors. The share price of Commercial Bank recorded a gain of Rs. 1.70 (1.82%) to close at Rs. 95.00. The share price of CIC Holdings appreciated by Rs. 1.90 (2.67%) to close at Rs. 73.00.