📉 CSE: First Market Decline of 2026 Recorded Today

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) experienced its first downturn of the year today, January 12, snapping its positive streak for 2026. Both key indices closed in the red amid active trading volumes. • Overall Indices: The All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell by 45.79 points (0.19%) to close at 23,608.51 points. Similarly, the S&P SL20 Index, which tracks the largest and most liquid stocks, edged down by 0.57 points to end at 6,502.45. • Market Liquidity: Despite the price decline, market turnover remained healthy, totaling Rs. 5.21 billion for the session. • Context: This session marks the first instance of negative movement for the banking, finance, and diversified holdings sectors collectively reflected in the indices this calendar year. _Data based on daily CSE provisional figures._