Delayed peace deal weighs on CSE as profit-taking pulls indices lower (opens original article in a new tab)

The Colombo Stock Exchange closed lower as delays in the US-Iran peace agreement caused investor uncertainty, leading to profit-taking and reduced market activity.

• Colombo Stock Exchange closed lower due to delays in US-Iran peace agreement
• Benchmark indices ASPI and S&P SL20 fell 0.33% and 0.18% respectively
• Market turnover was LKR 1.87 Bn with Capital Goods sector leading activity