The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) continued its upward momentum on 25th June 2026, with both benchmark indices posting strong gains amid renewed investor confidence and broad-based buying interest. The market opened on a firm footing and maintained its positive trajectory throughout the session, supported by steady accumulation of fundamentally strong counters across multiple sectors.

Investor sentiment improved noticeably during the day, as market participants actively sought value opportunities despite recent volatility. The positive momentum accelerated in the latter half of trading, enabling the market to sustain its advance and close near the day’s highs. The All Share Price Index (ASPI) gained 198.46 points, reflecting a solid recovery and signaling resilience in the broader market.The Materials sector emerged as the leading contributor to market turnover, generating LKR 0.62 Bn with 12.78 Mn shares traded. SIL.N dominated sector activity, recording LKR 0.15 Bn in turnover with 0.31 Mn shares exchanged. Crossings contributed LKR 0.21 Bn, accounting for 7.75% of total market turnover, while the largest crossing was recorded in COMB.N, amounting to LKR 0.05 Bn involving 0.22 Mn shares traded.