Sri Lanka Stocks Decline Amid Global Headwinds; Turnover Reaches Rs 595.97 Mn 📉

• Overall Figures: The benchmark All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell 0.39% (-81.79 points) to 20,955.56, while the liquid S&P SL20 dipped 0.29% (-17.28 points) to 5,923.44. Total market turnover stood at LKR 595.97 Mn, impacted by international market disruptions. Crossings were noted in counters including John Keells and CDB. • Sector Breakdowns: Diversified financials led turnover with LKR 128.71 Mn, closely followed by capital goods generating LKR 128.44 Mn. • Key Market Movers: - Top positive contributors: Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka (+0.76% to Rs 52.90), Ceylon Tobacco Company (+0.94% to Rs 1,790.75), Laugfs Gas (+1.86% to Rs 43.80), and Hayleys (+0.44% to Rs 226.00). - Top negative contributors: Carson Cumberbatch (-2.75% to Rs 716.50), Sri Lanka Telecom (-2.16% to Rs 85.90), Dialog Axiata (-0.65% to Rs 46.10), and SMB Finance (-9.09% to Rs 1.00). • Corporate Highlights: ACL Cables PLC announced an interim dividend of 60 cents per share (totaling LKR 431.23 Mn) for FY ended March 31, 2026. Ex-dividend date is October 7, 2026, with payment scheduled for October 26, 2026.