Sri Lanka, March 20 -- The ASPI edged up as a result of price gains in counters such as Commercial Bank, Hatton National Bank and Melstacorp with the turnover crossing Rs. 1.2 Bn.
Meanwhile, the S&P SL20 closed in green. High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in John Keells Holdings, Hatton National Bank and Access Engineering. Mixed interest was observed in Browns Investments, Hemas Holdings and Commercial Bank whilst retail interest was noted in SMB Leasing, Industrial Asphalts and Waskaduwa Beach Resort.
Foreign participation in the market activity remained at subdued levels with foreigners closing as net buyers.
Capital Goods sector was the top contributor to the market turnover (due to John Keells Holdings...