Sri lanka: Sri Lanka's benchmark All Share Price Index (ASPI) of the Colombo Stock Exchange surpassed the 20,000 mark for the first time on Monday morning. The ASPI crossed this significant milestone at around 10 a.m. local time, marking a historic moment for the country's stock market.

According to Namibia Press Agency, the ASPI had previously surpassed the 19,000 mark on July 15. The ASPI is an important indicator as it measures the overall movement of the market, reflecting the performance of stocks listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange. This recent achievement highlights notable market activity in Sri Lanka's financial sector.