The Colombo Stock Exchange closed lower on the first trading day of February, with key indices ending the session in negative territory amid moderate market activity.
The benchmark All Share Price Index (ASPI) dropped by 130.63 points, or 0.55%, to finish at 23,681.68.
The S&P SL20 Index, which represents the 20 largest listed companies by market capitalisation, declined by 43.95 points to close at 6,597.20.
Market turnover for the day reached Rs. 5.17 billion, indicating continued investor participation despite the fall in share prices.
Last modified: February 2, 2026




