Sri Lanka, April 30 -- The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) concluded today's trading session on a negative note, with the All Share Price Index (ASPI) closing just below the 15,800 level.

Following four consecutive days of gains, the market experienced a slight decline today, although a modest level of investor interest remained evident.

Opening on a negative footing, the ASPI maintained momentum throughout the session, ultimately closing at 15,799.94, down by 67.40 points (0.42 percent). The S&P SL20 Index also posted declines, dragging by 27.60 points (0.59 percent) to settle at 4,643.66.

Total market turnover amounted to Rs.2.37 billion, with 124.79 million shares traded. While overall turnover was moderate and greater than last tradin...