Srilanka, Jan. 28 -- The ASPI closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Melstacorp, Lanka IOC and Bukit Darah with the turnover crossing Rs. 5.9 Bn. A similar behaviour was witnessed in the S&P SL20. High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in John Keells Holdings, Seylan Bank nonvoting, Melstacorp. Mixed interest was observed in Lanka IOC, Hatton National Bank and Alumex whilst retail interest was noted in Hela Apparel Holdings, SMB Leasing and Softlogic Capital. Foreign participation in the market activity remained at subdued levels with foreigners closing as net sellers.

The Capital Goods sector was the top contributor to the market turnover (due to John Keells Holdings) whilst the sector...