Market closes on mixed note

The market closed on a mixed note for second day running with Colombo bourse’s main index, the All Share Price Index (ASPI) shedding 0.15 % (8.24 points) over yesterday’s close whilst the more sensitive Milanka Price Index (MPI) rose by 0.03 % (1.23 points).

The S&P SL 20 Index (S&P) declined by 0.31% (9.03 points) during the day. The ASPI, MPI & the S&PSL 20 ended the day at 5,323.21 points, 4,856.84 points & 2,923.14 points respectively.

Market turnover improved to Rs 871.04 million chiefly due to the high value block trades. Aviva NDB Insurance PLC (CTCE) alone contributed 60 % to the total market turnover.

SC Research