The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) experienced another sharp downturn today (January 6), with the All Share Price Index (ASPI) dropping 170.82 points to close at 15,878.60, marking a significant decline below the 16,000-point threshold.

This marks the second consecutive day of losses for the ASPI, following a record-breaking growth streak of 26 days that ended last Friday (January 3). On that day, the index saw a steep decline of 299.13 points, signaling the beginning of the current downward trend.

Today's trading session saw a transaction turnover of Rs. 8.57 billion, reflecting sustained market activity despite the decline in indices.