Srilanka, May 1 -- The ASPI closed in red as a result of price losses in counters such as Hatton National Bank, Sampath Bank and C T Holdings with the turnover crossing Rs. 2.3 Bn. A similar behaviour was witnessed in the S&P SL20. High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in Printcare, Lanka IOC and Central Finance Company.

Mixed interest was observed in Sunshine Holdings, John Keells Holdings and Sampath Bank whilst retail interest was noted in Nation Lanka Finance, Panasian Power and Marawila Resorts. Foreign participation in the market activity remained at subdued levels with foreigners closing as net sellers.

During April, both the ASPI and S&P SL20 lost 0.09% and 1.9% respectively, while recording an avera...