📈 CSE Recovers Following Record Single-Day Slump

The Colombo Stock Exchange showed signs of stability today (March 4) as indices regained ground following the largest single-day decline in its history. • Market Indices The All Share Price Index (ASPI) rose by 134.03 points to close at 22,577.41. The blue-chip S&P SL20 Index followed suit, advancing by 44.01 points to settle at 6,357.66. • Trading Activity Market turnover was recorded at Rs. 4.68 billion, reflecting a significant contraction in volume compared to the previous day’s turnover of Rs. 9.56 billion. • Market Sentiment While the indices moved into positive territory, the total turnover for the day was less than half of yesterday’s historic session, suggesting a cautious approach by investors as the financial services and capital markets sectors stabilize after extreme volatility.