📈 CSE Ends 3-Day Losing Streak as CBSL Holds Policy Rates Steady
• Market Overview: The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) bounced back into green territory following the Central Bank of Sri Lanka’s decision to maintain current policy interest rates. • Key Indices: - ASPI: Up by 0.02% (+3.83 points) to close at 21,149.56. - S&P SL20: Down by 0.21% (-12.39 points) to close at 5,932.62. • Trading Activity: Total turnover exceeded Rs. 3.5 Bn with 91.1 Mn shares traded. High participation was noted from both High-Net-Worth (HNW) and retail investors. • Foreign Flow: Foreign investors remained net sellers, recording a net outflow of Rs. 241 Mn. • Sector Breakdowns: - Real Estate Management & Development: Led daily turnover, accounting for 65% of the total, driven by crossings in ONAL. - Banking and Diversified Financials: Collectively contributed 15% to turnover. • Top ASPI Contributors: Positive momentum was driven primarily by SEYB, LION, PKME, CARG, and SEMB.X.