📈 Colombo Bourse Surges Over 3% in Broad-Based Rally

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) witnessed a significant upswing on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, driven by strong investor sentiment and widespread gains across the board. • Market Performance Overview: The All Share Price Index (ASPI) climbed by 706.26 points (+3.47%) to close at 21,071.23. The S&P SL20 Index, tracking blue-chip stocks, rose by 222.41 points (+3.91%) to settle at 5,909.23. • Market Breath & Sentiment: The rally was exceptionally broad-based, with share prices of 228 companies advancing against only 11 decliners. • Turnover & Investor Activity: Total daily turnover reached Rs. 4.21 Billion. • Domestic Participation: Local investors dominated the session with purchases of Rs. 4.16 Bn and sales of Rs. 3.55 Bn. • Foreign Participation: Foreigners remained net sellers, with purchases totaling Rs. 47 Mn against sales of Rs. 661 Mn. The session reflects a robust recovery in banking, diversified financials, and manufacturing interests, signaling renewed domestic confidence in the national economic trajectory.