CSE crosses 20,000-point mark, ends 1.5% on the up

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The Colombo stock market ended up sharply yesterday, extending a rally into three days and crossing the 20,000 mark.

The ASPI ended up 1.49% or 296.93 points at 20,267.15 and the active S&P SL20 gained 1.43% or 81.35 points to 5,773.92.

Market turnover was nearly Rs. 2.3 billion on over 117.4 million shares traded and foreign investors were net sellers on a net outflow of Rs. 21 million.

First Capital Research said renewed positivity in the bourse continued, underpinning the ASPI to reclaim the 20,000 mark. At the global outset, oil prices fell yesterday amid expectations for peace talks to de-escalate the Middle-East conflict, which could have further bolstered investor confidence.

DIST, HNB, DIAL, SUN and SAMP emerged as the top positive contributors to the ASPI. Both retail and HNW participation remained active, with HNW investors particularly showcasing interest towards selected Banking sector counters. Banks led the daily turnover with a share of 29%, followed by the diversified financials, and materials sectors collectively contributing 31%.