Sri Lanka stocks surge, All Share Price Index up by 167 points

May, 18, 2020

Colombo stock market’s positive momentum persists

The Colombo stock market’s positive momentum continued on Monday (18) infusing fresh confidence to investors.

The ASPI increased by 3.78% or 167.81 points to close at 4,606.85. The S&P SL20 index of more liquid stocks was increased by 5.25% or 92.20 points to close at 1,847.71.

The S&P SL20 index gain of 5.25% marks the highest daily percentage gain since it was formed in 2012.

Market turnover was recorded at Rs.1 billion.