Sri Lanka, Nov. 8 -- The ASPI edged up as a result of price gains in counters such as John Keells Holdings, Melstacorp and Dipped Products with the turnover crossing Rs. 2.1 bn.
Meanwhile, the S&P SL20 edged down. High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in Softlogic Finance, Commercial Bank and LB Finance.
Mixed interest was observed in John Keells Holdings, Dipped Products and Lanka Milk Foods whilst retail interest was noted in SMB Leasing nonvoting, Dialog Axiata and SMB Leasing. Foreign participation in the market activity remained at subdued levels with foreigners closing as net buyers.
The Capital Goods sector was the top contributor to the market turnover (due to John Keells Holdings) whilst the sector...