Blue-Chip Rally Pushes S&P SL20 to Historic High 📈

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed on a positive note this Wednesday (Feb 18), with the blue-chip index reaching an all-time record. • Market Performance: The S&P SL20 index surged 41.79 points to close at 6,750.50, marking the first time the index has crossed the 6,750 threshold. The All Share Price Index (ASPI) also gained 37.02 points, ending at 23,919.84. • Turnover & Activity: Total market turnover reached Rs. 5.66 billion, reflecting robust trading activity in the capital markets. • Investor Participation: Domestic participation dominated the session, with local purchases at Rs. 5.55 billion against sales of Rs. 5.37 billion. Foreign activity remained more reserved, with purchases of Rs. 109 million and sales of Rs. 292 million, leading to a net foreign outflow for the day.