Sri Lanka, June 9 -- The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) began the week on a positive note, despite a decline during the first hours of trading. However, the market regained strong momentum as the session progressed, with the All Share Price Index (ASPI) surpassing the 17,500 mark for the first time in history. The ASPI closed at 17,500.24, posting a gain of 105.79 points or 0.61%. Furthermore, the S&P SL20 Index closed at 5,208.95, marking an incline of 33.00 points or 0.64%.

Total market turnover amounted to LKR 2.851 billion, with 121.805 million shares traded. Market breadth reflected a positive sentiment, with 108 gainers and 85 losers contributing to the overall movement of the ASPI.

Hayleys PLC (HAYL.N) emerged as the top contribut...