Colombo Bourse edges slightly up

• 27 Jan 2026
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The Colombo Bourse remained subdued, with mild price fluctuations before closing slightly above the previous session.

ASPI edged up by 7 points to close at 23,960, while the S&P SL20 gained 9 points to end at 6,672. Top positive contributors to the ASPI were JKH, HAYL, DOCK, GRAN and NHL.

HNW participation remained low, while retail investor activity was at average levels. Market activity was driven by penny stocks, while trading in blue-chip companies remained subdued.

Daily turnover stood at LKR 5.2Bn, marking a decrease of 18.3% over the monthly average of LKR 6.4Bn. Capital Goods sector led the daily turnover with a share of 31%, followed by the Diversified Financials and Banking sectors collectively contributing 21%. Foreign investors remained net sellers, posting a net outflow of LKR 128.2Bn.

BOND MARKET

Secondary market stalls ahead of policy decision

The secondary bond market was brought to a standstill today as investors embraced a wait and see approach given the impending policy decision tomorrow and the bond auction that is set to take place on the 29th of Jan-26.

Consequently, noteworthy trades were scarce while volumes were ultra-thin. 2028 maturities attracted relative interest with 15.02.2028, 15.03.2028. 01.05.2028 and 01.07.2028 trading between 9.05% to 9.17% while 01.03.2030 was seen trading at 9.71%.

On the external front, the LKR appreciated against the USD, closing at LKR 309.56/USD compared to LKR 309.80/USD seen previously. Overnight liquidity in the banking system contracted marginally to LKR 163.50Bn from LKR 169.74Bn recorded previously.

Courtesy: First Capital Research

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