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The Colombo Stock Exchange’s benchmark index, the All Share Price Index (ASPI), achieved a historic milestone by reaching the 24,000-point level for the first time today. This significant event occurred during intraday trading, with the ASPI hitting the 24,000 mark at approximately 1:20 p.m.
Market analysts attribute this achievement to strong investor sentiment and a sustained buying interest within the market.
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