📉 CSE Turnover Plunges to 15-Month Low of Rs. 722 Million

Trading activity at the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) remained highly subdued on Friday, July 17, 2026, with daily market turnover hitting its lowest level in over a year. • Market Turnover: Fell to Rs. 722 million, marking the lowest daily turnover recorded since April 17, 2025 (Rs. 792 million). This also marks the first time since April 22, 2025, that the daily turnover has slipped below the Rs. 1 billion threshold. • Index Performance: Both benchmark indices closed in the red. The All Share Price Index (ASPI) declined by 42.16 points (-0.20%) to close at 21,405.41, while the S&P SL20 Index fell by 5.31 points (-0.09%) to close just under the key threshold at 5,999.68. • Market Sentiment: The record-low turnover reflects a highly cautious and quiet session, pointing to a temporary slowdown in active trading across key sectors on the exchange.