Colombo Stock Market Surges as ASPI Reclaims 22,000-Point Milestone

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November 10, Colombo (LNW): The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) staged a strong rally on Tuesday (10), with its benchmark All Share Price Index (ASPI) climbing above the significant 22,000-point threshold for the first time since 6 July 2026.

The ASPI advanced by 592.02 points, equivalent to a 2.75 per cent gain, to finish the trading session at 22,123.39 points, reflecting renewed strength across the market.

The positive momentum was also evident in the S&P SL20 Index, which tracks the performance of 20 leading listed companies. The index climbed by 224.97 points, or 3.66 per cent, to close at 6,368.12 points.

Investor activity remained strong throughout the session, with total market turnover reaching Rs. 7.95 billion.

The latest gains mark a notable development for the domestic equities market, as the ASPI’s return above 22,000 points signals a substantial improvement in overall market performance after remaining below that level for several months.