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The ASPI edged up as a result of price gains in counters such as Dialog Axiata, John Keells Holdings and Distilleries with the turnover crossing Rs 127 Mn. Meanwhile, the S&P SL20 closed in green. High net worth and institutional investor participation was witnessed in and Seylan Bank nonvoting.

Mixed interest was observed in John Keells Holdings and Chevron Lubricants. Furthermore, foreigners closed as net sellers mainly due to foreign selling in John Keells Holdings and Chevron Lubricants.

Banks, Finance and Insurance sector was the top contributor to the market turnover (due to Seylan Bank nonvoting, Janashakthi Insurance Company and Commercial Bank) whilst the sector index gained 0.21%.

The share price of Seylan Bank nonvoting closed flat at Rs 31.00. The share price of Janashakthi Insurance Company recorded a gain of Rs 0.50 (2.05%) to close at Rs 24.90.

The share price of Commercial Bank closed flat at Rs 90.00.

Diversified sector was the second highest contributor to the market turnover (due to John Keells Holdings) whilst the sector index increased by 0.22%. The share price of John Keells Holdings gained Rs 0.80 (0.58%) closing at Rs 139.00 whilst foreign holdings decreased by 81,220 shares.

Chevron Lubricants was also included amongst the top turnover contributors.

The share price of Chevron Lubricants moved up by Rs 0.20 (0.36%) closing at Rs 55.00 whilst foreign holdings decreased by 192,371 shares.