CSE rebounds, ends 0.2% on the up

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The Colombo stock market rebounded yesterday to end in green driven by positive investor sentiment.

The ASPI ended up 0.2% or 40.09 points at 20,119.64 and the active S&P SL20 gained 0.36% or 20.71 points to 5,722.57.

Turnover was over Rs. 1.52 billion on over 61.8 million shares traded. Foreign investors were net sellers on a net outflow of Rs. 242.5 million. With 120 counters ending on the up against 76 in red, the top contributors to the ASPI gain were DIAL, CIC, MAL, SEMB and OSEA.

First Capital Research said the bourse traded in positive territory supported by slightly improved investor sentiment, largely driven by the decline in global oil prices. Both HNW and foreign investors contributed positively to market activity, with notable foreign investor participation observed throughout the session. Retail and HNW participation remained broadly balanced and around average levels.

The real estate management and development sector led the daily turnover with a share of 17%, followed by the transportation, and banking sectors collectively contributing 32%.