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Supply Chain Governance Under Scrutiny: What It Means for Sri Lanka’s Exports

The U.S. has proposed additional tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on imports from 60 economies over forced-labour-related supply-chain governance gaps, with Sri Lanka listed among economies that have not imposed a forced-labour import prohibition.

While this does not mean Sri Lankan goods are made with forced labour, it raises compliance pressure and tariff risk for export-oriented sectors.

Read the full report: https://t.co/JnfDIQqAwI

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Supply Chain Governance Under Scrutiny: What It Means for Sri Lanka’s Exports

The U.S. has proposed additional tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on imports from 60 economies over forced-labour-related supply-chain governance gaps, with Sri Lanka listed among economies that have not imposed a forced-labour import prohibition.

While this does not mean Sri Lankan goods are made with forced labour, it raises compliance pressure and tariff risk for export-oriented sectors.

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🔴 Trading Tuesday with Almas - Live Commentary

Institutional activity remained elevated today, with total crossings valued at LKR 459.87 Mn so far, accounting for 37.42% of total market turnover. JOHN KEELLS HOLDINGS PLC (JKH.N) recorded the highest crossing value at LKR 267.91 Mn, with 13.43 Mn shares traded across 3 crossings.

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🔴 Trading Tuesday with Almas - Live Commentary

As of midday, the Colombo Stock Exchange remained in negative territory, with the ASPI declining by 87.82 points (-0.39%) and the S&P SL20 falling by 15.69 points (-0.26%). Market turnover reached LKR 941.43 Mn, with 45.50 Mn shares traded.

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🔴 Trading Tuesday with Almas - Live Commentary

ACCESS ENGINEERING PLC (AEL.N) recorded a crossing worth LKR 38.50 Mn, with 0.50 Mn shares traded at LKR 77.00 per share at 11.53 a.m. AEL.N has recorded a total turnover of LKR 44.97 Mn so far. The counter is currently trading at LKR 77.80 (+0.26), with strong buy sentiment of 98.43%.

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🔴 Trading Tuesday with Almas - Live Commentary

CHEVRON LUBRICANTS LANKA PLC (LLUB.N) recorded a significant crossing worth LKR 77.81 Mn, with 0.39 Mn shares traded at LKR 198.00 per share at 11.18 a.m. The crossing was executed LKR 1.00 below the previous closing price. Retail activity in LLUB.N has started to pick up following the crossing, with the counter currently trading at LKR 198.25, supported by strong buy sentiment of 96.69%.

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🔴 Trading Tuesday with Almas - Live Commentary

JOHN KEELLS HOLDINGS PLC (JKH.N) recorded a significant crossing worth LKR 60.00 Mn, with 3.00 Mn shares traded at LKR 20.00 per share at 10.58 a.m. This crossing alone accounted for 10.00% of market turnover at the time. JKH.N is currently trading at LKR 20.00, with strong buy sentiment of 95.53%.

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🔴 Trading Tuesday with Almas - Live Commentary

DIGITAL MOBILITY SOLUTIONS LANKA PLC (PKME.N) recorded a crossing worth LKR 33.40 Mn, with 0.20 Mn shares traded at LKR 167.00 per share. In addition, the counter recorded LKR 6.76 Mn in turnover through the order book, with 47,775 shares traded. PKME.N is currently trading at LKR 166.00, with strong buy sentiment of 99.15%.

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🔴 Trading Tuesday with Almas - Live Commentary

AITKEN SPENCE PLC (SPEN.N) emerged as the top turnover contributor as at 10.15 a.m., recording a turnover of LKR 54.66 Mn, with 0.39 Mn shares traded across only 13 trades. The counter gained LKR 2.00 (+1.46%) from its previous close and is currently trading at LKR 139.00, with strong buy sentiment of 74.80%.

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🔴 Trading Tuesday with Almas - Live Commentary

The Colombo Stock Exchange opened on a positive note but slipped into negative territory within the first 30 minutes of trading. The ASPI declined by 42.08 points (-0.19%), while the S&P SL20 fell by 9.51 points (-0.15%). Market activity remained subdued, with turnover reaching LKR 215.14 Mn, alongside 10.35 Mn shares traded within first 30 minutes of the session.

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🔴 Trading Tuesday with Almas - Live Commentary

As of midday, Colombo stock exchange remained negative as ASPI dropped 135.36 points (-0.61%) and S&P SL 20 dropped 37.26 points (-0.60%). Turnover reached to LKR 4.15 Bn with 63.97 Mn shares traded.

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The Central Bank of Sri Lanka increases the Overnight Policy Rate from 7.75% to 8.75%
(Monetary Policy Review: No. 03 – May 2026)

What the CBSL Rate Hike Means for You

- Higher borrowing costs on loans, mortgages, and other credit facilities.
- Encourages savings by increasing returns on deposits and fixed-income instruments.
- Helps absorb excess liquidity and moderate inflationary pressures in the economy.
- Supports exchange rate stability and strengthens confidence in the Sri Lankan Rupee.
- Enhances overall financial system stability and reinforces investor confidence.
- Slows excessive credit growth and promotes more sustainable economic activity.

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🔴 Trading Tuesday with Almas - Live Commentary

LANKA IOC PLC (LIOC.N) recorded a crossing worth LKR 27.70 Mn, with 0.20 Mn shares changing hands at LKR 138.50, which is LKR 0.50 below the previous close. Apart from the crossing, order book activity remained subdued, contributing an additional turnover of LKR 1.89 Mn. The counter is currently trading at LKR 138.75.

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🔴 Trading Tuesday with Almas - Live Commentary

LANKA ASHOK LEYLAND PLC (ASHO.N) recorded a strong price gain today, supported by its robust FY2026 performance and dividend announcement. The company reported PAT of LKR 3.06 Bn, doubling from LKR 1.53 Bn, while revenue increased to LKR 19.33 Bn from LKR 9.00 Bn. The Board also declared a 300% dividend, equal to LKR 30.00 per share.

Following the positive update, ASHO.N gained LKR 269.75 (+9.50%) and is currently trading at LKR 2,840.25. The counter recorded LKR 9.25 Mn turnover, with 2,996 shares traded across 104 trades, while buy sentiment remained strong at 90.60%.

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🔴 Trading Tuesday with Almas - Live Commentary

The Colombo Stock Exchange remained in negative territory during the first 30 minutes of trading, with the ASPI declining by 83.02 points (-0.37%) and the S&P SL20 falling by 14.01 points (-0.23%).

Early market turnover stood at LKR 2.66 Bn, with 37.13 Mn shares changing hands. Notably, SOFTLOGIC LIFE INSURANCE PLC (AAIC.N) accounted for 92.01% of total market turnover, reflecting strong institutional activity in the counter.

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🔴 Trading Tuesday with Almas - Live Commentary

SOFTLOGIC LIFE INSURANCE PLC (AAIC.N) recorded strong activity at market open, with 45 crossing trades by 9.45 a.m. generating a turnover of LKR 2.02 Bn. A total of 21.80 Mn shares changed hands at LKR 92.00 per share. Following the significant turnover, AAIC.N gained LKR 2.50 (+2.72%), while the counter continued to reflect strong buying interest, with a buy sentiment of 99.83%.

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📊Sri Lanka’s Q1 Export Outlook

Sri Lanka’s exports reached USD 4,308 Mn in Q1 2026, reflecting modest overall growth, mixed sector performance, and continued FX support for export-oriented counters.

Report: https://t.co/xfpWGRmbPu

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Sri Lanka’s LKR has depreciated by 8% against the USD since the onset of Middle East tensions, driven by higher fuel and vehicle import demand, weaker tourism inflows, and pressure on FX reserves.

The depreciation could add pressure on inflation through higher import costs, widen the trade deficit, and create near-term volatility in external balances, while offering some translation benefit to export-oriented sectors.

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🔴 Trading Tuesday with Almas - Live Commentary

HEMAS HOLDINGS PLC (HHL.N) recorded a significant crossing today, valued at LKR 171.36 Mn, with 5.44 Mn shares traded at LKR 31.50, slightly below its previous close of LKR 31.80. In the regular market, the counter generated a further LKR 31.93 Mn in turnover with 1.00 Mn shares traded. HHL.N is currently trading at LKR 31.60, with strong buy sentiment of 95.56%.

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🔴 Trading Tuesday with Almas – Live Commentary

As of midday, the CSE had eased from its opening highs but remained positive, with the ASPI up 68.17 points (+0.31%) and the S&P SL20 gaining 10.62 points (+0.17%). Turnover remained subdued at LKR 1.33 Bn, with 50.52 Mn shares traded.

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