Stock market slumps as ASPI drops by over 300 points

Stock market slumps as ASPI drops by over 300 points

March 3, 2025   04:14 pm

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) faced a significant decline today (03), with the key indices recording sharp drops.

The All Share Price Index (ASPI) declined by 311.37 points to close at 16,167.30, while the S&P SL20 Index fell by 103.96 points, ending the session at 4,827.21.

Meanwhile, a turnover of Rs. 1.5 billion was recorded during the day.

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