The FTSE 100 index experienced a positive day, rising by 0.61%, and has shown a robust increase of 2.57% over the past five days. Over the last month, the index has gained 4.1%, reflecting a strong upward trend in the market.
In the large-cap segment, Fresnillo Plc emerged as the top performer with a return of 2.86%, while Marks & Spencer Group Plc lagged behind, recording a decline of 1.66%. The mid-cap sector saw Drax Group Plc leading with a return of 1.9%, whereas B&M European Value Retail SA faced a setback with a drop of 2.89%.

Among small-cap stocks, The Property Franchise Group Plc stood out with an impressive return of 7.92%, while WH Smith Plc struggled, posting a decline of 7.01%.

Overall, the advance-decline ratio across the market indicated that 196 stocks advanced compared to 217 that declined, resulting in a ratio of 0.9x. In the large-cap category, the ratio was more favorable at 1.84x, with 35 advancing stocks against 19 declining. Mid-cap stocks showed a near balance with 32 advancing and 31 declining, while small-cap stocks faced more challenges, with 90 advancing and 137 declining.