*First Capital Research | Daily Equity Watch | 30 May 2025* *"ASPI ends week on a strong note"* The Colombo Stock Exchange closed the week on a positive trajectory, with the ASPI gaining 39 points to settle at 16,855. After a modest uptick at the open followed by a brief dip, the index rebounded and maintained upward momentum to close firmly in the green. The rally was largely supported by notable gains in HAYL, CALH, which commenced trading today, COMB, NDB, and RIL. Investor sentiment remained upbeat, with heightened activity from retail participants, while HNW interest was observed particularly in LIOC, PKME and CALH. Total market turnover reached LKR 5.2Bn, marking a 30% increase over the monthly average of LKR 4.0Bn. The Diversified Financials sector led turnover, accounting for 27% of the total, followed by the Banks and Capital Goods sectors, which collectively contributed 34%. Foreign investors continued to remain cautious, recording a net outflow of LKR 441.6Mn. *-First Capital Research-*