Market turnover was a solid LKR 5.66 billion, driven by 205.87 million shares traded. Crossings contributed 20% of total turnover (LKR 1.10 billion), indicating strong institutional activity. The Banking sector led trading, accounting for 27% of turnover.
Top gainers included Hayleys PLC, DFCC Bank, Browns Investments, NDB Bank, and Commercial Credit. Meanwhile, John Keells Holdings was the biggest drag on the index, along with COMB, MELS, HHL, and GLAS.
