In today's market, the small-cap segment has shown a slight decline of 0.16%, reflecting a mixed performance among various stocks. Notably, Apollo Micro Systems has emerged as a standout performer within this category, boasting a commendable return of 13.10%. Conversely, Shankara Build has struggled, recording a return of -8.73%, marking it as one of the weaker performers in the small-cap space.
The advance-decline ratio indicates a challenging environment, with 361 stocks advancing against 603 stocks declining, resulting in a ratio of 0.6x. This suggests that market sentiment remains cautious, as more stocks are facing downward pressure.

In terms of stock evaluations, several companies have recently experienced adjustments in their assessments. Esab India, Excel Industries, Mahanagar Gas, India Pesticides, and GSFC have all seen their evaluations revised positively. Additionally, technical call changes have been noted for stocks such as BLS E-Services and Keystone Realtor, indicating a shift in market sentiment towards a more optimistic outlook.

As the small-cap market navigates these fluctuations, investors are closely monitoring these developments for potential opportunities.