Tuesday Apr 28, 2026
Tuesday Apr 28, 2026
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The Colombo stock market opened the week in green amid subdued sentiment and strong foreign buying with net inflows seen for only the third session this month.
The ASPI closed 0.20% on the up, gaining 44.68 points to 22,612.31 and the S&P SL20 was up 0.16% or 9.94 points at 6,214.56.
Market turnover was over nearly Rs. 3 billion on over 141 million shares traded. Market momentum was mixed with 116 counters closing on the up against 113 that declined.
Foreign investors were net buyers yesterday, for the third session this month, on a net inflow of Rs. 242.25 million. YTD net foreign buying amounted to Rs. 24.6 billion, down from over Rs. 25 billion last week, according to First Capital Research.
First Capital Research said that amid the ongoing unresolved tensions between the US and Iran, coupled with a cautious stance adopted by investors, the Colombo bourse remained largely stagnant throughout the trading session.
Positive contributions to the ASPI were primarily driven by CINS, DIAL, SAMP, CARS and DFCC.
Market participation from both HNW and retail investors remained at moderate levels, with overall sentiment slightly positive yet subdued.
The food, beverage and tobacco sector led the daily turnover with a share of 25%, followed by the capital goods, and real estate management and development sectors collectively contributing 25%.
