The FTSE 100 index experienced a slight decline of 0.32% today, despite a notable increase of 3.42% over the past 30 days. In the large-cap segment, Fresnillo Plc emerged as the top performer with a return of 2.84%, while Diageo Plc lagged behind, recording a decline of 3.66%. In the mid-cap category, Quilter Plc led the way with a return of 1.79%, whereas DCC Plc faced challenges, posting a loss of 5.39%. The small-cap sector saw Pan African Resources Plc shine with a robust return of 6.25%, while Rank Group Plc struggled, declining by 4.74%. Overall, the market's advance-decline ratio stood at 221 advancing stocks against 195 declining stocks, reflecting a ratio of 1.13x. However, the large-cap stocks showed a different trend, with 21 advancing and 33 declining, resulting in a ratio of 0.64x. Mid-cap stocks also faced pressure, with 29 advancing and 39 declining, yielding a ratio of 0.74x. In contrast, small-cap stocks demonstrated strength, with 128 advancing and 98 declining, achieving a ratio of 1.31x.