Sri Lanka, Jan. 15 -- The ASPI closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Dialog Axiata, Melstacorp and Nations Trust Bank with the turnover crossing Rs. 9.2 Bn. A similar behaviour was witnessed in the S&P SL20. High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in Dialog Axiata, Sampath Bank, Cargills. Mixed interest was observed in ACL Cables, R I L Property and Prime Lands Residencies whilst retail interest was noted in Lanka Credit and Business Finance, York Arcade Holdings and Muller & Phipps. Furthermore, foreigners closed as net sellers.

Telecommunication Services sector was the top contributor to the market turnover (due to Dialog Axiata) whilst the sector index gained 4.93%. The share price of...