The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) concluded the trading day with a significant positive performance, as major indices recorded robust gains following recent market volatility.

The benchmark All Share Price Index (ASPI) increased by 256.12 points, or approximately 1.13%, closing at 22,833.53. This represents a notable recovery after the index faced sharp declines earlier in the week due to global uncertainties, including tensions in the Middle East.

The S&P SL20 Index, which monitors the top 20 most liquid stocks, also saw an upward trend, rising by 68.14 points, or about 1.07%, to finish at 6,425.80.

Market breadth was decisively positive, with the share prices of 177 companies advancing during the session. Significant contributions to the ASPI’s upward movement came from heavyweight stocks such as John Keells Holdings, DFCC Bank, National Development Bank (NDB), Dialog Axiata, and Commercial Bank.

Trading activity remained robust, with the day’s turnover recorded at Rs. 5.68 billion, indicating sustained investor interest despite the broader economic backdrop.