📈 CSE Closes in Green: ASPI Gains 0.69% Amid Strong Turnover

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) maintained positive momentum today (06 May 2026), with benchmark indices climbing on the back of blue-chip performance and robust domestic participation. • Market Performance All Share Price Index (ASPI): 22,739.77 (+155.47 points or 0.69%) S&P Sri Lanka 20: 6,245.13 (+31.89 points or 0.51%) • Sector & Stock Drivers The indices were primarily bolstered by the diversified holdings and banking sectors. Top contributors included: John Keells Holdings PLC: +10.69 points Hatton National Bank PLC: +10.67 points Melstacorp PLC: +10.60 points Hayleys PLC: +8.58 points • Liquidity & Investor Sentiment Total Equity Turnover: Rs. 4.13 Bn Market Participation: Domestic investors dominated 97.3% of the session. Foreign Interest: The market recorded a net foreign inflow of Rs. 62.4 Mn. Top Traded Stocks: Citrus Leisure (Rs. 415.3 Mn) and Janashakthi Insurance (Rs. 370.6 Mn) led turnover, reflecting activity in the leisure and insurance segments. The day's performance reflects steady investor confidence in heavyweight stocks, contributing to the broader stability of the local equity market.