Investor optimism over 2026 Budget sustains CSE bull-run

THE Colombo stock market ended the week on a positive note yesterday, with both key indices rising sharply as investors reacted favourably to the Budget presented by President and Finance Minister Anura Kumara Disanayake.

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The benchmark ASPI gained by 0.98% or 225 points and the active S&P SL20 by 1.13%. During the week, the ASPI and the S&P SL20 gained 2.3% and 2.7% respectively.

Turnover yesterday was Rs. 6.7 billion whilst the average for the week was Rs. 5.73 billion.

Crossings accounted for 13% of turnover led by DFCC (Rs. 245.7 million), LGL (Rs. 198.6 million), and PLC (Rs. 145 million).

First Capital said the Colombo bourse extended its positive momentum as the national Budget was presented yesterday.

Investor focus was largely directed towards Banking sector counters, while retail participation remained robust and HNW activity continued at a moderate level.