Srilanka, May 9 -- The ASPI closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Ceylinco Holdings, Cargills and Melstacorp with the turnover crossing Rs. 1.6 bn.

A similar behaviour was witnessed in the S&P SL20. High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in Union Bank, Hatton National Bank and John Keells Holdings.

Mixed interest was observed in R I L Property, Lankem Developments and Distilleries whilst retail interest was noted in Nation Lanka Finance, Lanka Credit and Business Finance and Softlogic Capital. Foreign participation in the market activity remained at subdued levels with foreigners closing as net sellers.

Food, Beverage & Tobacco sector was the top contributor to the market turnover ...