FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – The Colombo Stock Exchange in Sri Lanka experienced an upward trend during midday trading on Wednesday, as indicated by the latest data from the CSE.
The All Share Price Index (ASPI) increased by 0.40 percent, translating to a rise of 89.40 points, reaching a total of 22,218.06 points. Conversely, the S&P SL20 index saw a decline of 0.27 percent, which is a decrease of 16.35 points, bringing it down to 6,169.08 points.
Among the stocks positively impacting the ASPI were Melstar, which rose by 1.41 percent to close at Rs. 180.00, Hatton National Bank, which gained 0.85 percent to reach Rs. 414.00, and Sampath Bank, which increased by 0.50 percent to Rs. 149.50.
On the downside, DFCC Bank experienced a decrease of 1.35 percent, closing at Rs. 145.75. Similarly, National Development Bank fell by 1.27 percent to Rs. 116.50, and John Keells Holdings dropped by 0.50 percent, ending at Rs. 20.00.
The market turnover for the day was recorded at 1 billion rupees, with diversified financials leading this turnover at 263 million rupees.
Brent crude oil futures were trading at approximately 95 dollars, coinciding with discussions about a second round of peace negotiations. U.S. President Donald Trump indicated that talks might resume within two days.
In another development, Ceylon Tea Brokers announced their decision to terminate the Sale and Purchase Agreement concerning the acquisition of 100 percent shares of DP Logistics. A market filing indicated that the transaction would not proceed due to the failure to meet specific Conditions Precedent outlined in the agreement.
During intraday trading, shares of Ceylon Tea Brokers rose by 3.39 percent, reaching Rs. 12.20.
(Colombo/April 15/2026)
