FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – On Monday, the Colombo Stock Exchange in Sri Lanka experienced a decline, according to data from the CSE.
The All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell by 0.38 percent, which translates to a decrease of 85.22 points, closing at 22,093.51. Meanwhile, the S&P SL20 index recorded a drop of 0.32 percent, or 19.53 points, finishing at 6,174.69.
The market turnover for the day was reported at 1.35 billion rupees.
Several stocks negatively impacted the ASPI, including HNB, which decreased by 3.25 rupees to reach 396.75, R I L Property, which fell by 1 rupee to 25.90, and Dialog Axiata, which dropped by 40 cents to 45.50 rupees.
In contrast, some stocks provided positive contributions, with Lion Brewery increasing by 83 rupees to 1,834, Haycarb rising by 3 rupees to 160.50, and Industrial Asphalts gaining 10 cents to close at 60 cents.
(Colombo/Jul6/2026)
