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Sri Lanka stocks trend up in midday trade

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Trading at the Colombo Stock Exchange concluded positively on Wednesday, October 18, with both major indices closing higher and the S&P SL20 reaching an unprecedented milestone. The All Share Price Index (ASPI) rose by 37.02 points, closing at 23,919.84. Meanwhile, the S&P SL20 index increased by 41.79 points to settle at 6,750.50, marking the first time in history that the index has surpassed the 6,750 level. Market turnover for the session amo…

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Sri Lanka Stocks Surge in Midday Trading

The Colombo Stock Exchange experienced an upward trend on Wednesday, as indicated by data from the CSE. The All Share Price Index increased by 0.13 percent, equivalent to 30.96 points, reaching 23,913.78. However, the S&P SL20 saw a decline of 0.32 percent, or 21.49 points, settling at 6,730.20. The market turnover was recorded at 2.37 billion rupees. Hatton National Bank emerged as the top contributor to the All Share Price Index by midday, wit…

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