## 📈 CSE Edges Higher Amid Subdued Trading

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed with marginal gains today in a relatively sluggish session characterized by dominant domestic participation and a net foreign outflow. • Market Indices All Share Price Index (ASPI): Up 4.59 points (0.02%) to close at 23,655.68. S&P SL20 Index: Up 6.11 points (0.09%) to close at 6,611.52. • Liquidity & Turnover Total Turnover: Rs. 3.35 Bn. Trading activity remained slow compared to recent averages, reflecting cautious investor sentiment. • Investor Participation Domestic Investors: Formed the backbone of the day's activity with Rs. 3.29 Bn in purchases and Rs. 3.22 Bn in sales. Foreign Investors: Participation was notably low. Foreign purchases stood at Rs. 56 Mn against sales of Rs. 120 Mn, resulting in a net foreign outflow of Rs. 64 Mn. • Market Context The marginal uptick in indices despite low volume suggests a holding pattern in the capital markets, with local retail and institutional players driving the limited momentum while foreign interest remains muted.