📈 CSE Rebounds, Turnover Crosses Rs. 5.38 Bn.
• The Colombo Stock Exchange rebounded, with the ASPI gaining 0.39% (+87.90 points) to 22,777.12, and the S&P SL20 up 0.12%. • Total Turnover reached Rs. 5.38 billion, though this was about 28% lower than the monthly average. • Foreign Investors remained net sellers, recording a net outflow of Rs. 372.5 million. • Sector Dominance: Capital Goods was the top turnover contributor (20%), followed by the Utilities and Banking sectors (combined 25%). • Key Mover: The Utilities sector index surged 9.88%, driven by Windforce Ltd (+17.59%). Investor interest followed news of the company being the lowest-cost bidder for the Mullikulam wind project (Lot-1). • High net worth/Institutional interest was noted in Sampath Bank, John Keells Holdings, and Ceylon Land & Equity, while retail participation remained robust.