The FTSE 100 index experienced a slight decline of 0.52% today, although it has shown a notable increase of 2.87% over the past 30 days. In the large-cap segment, Centrica Plc emerged as the top performer with a return of 1.81%, while Smiths Group Plc lagged behind with a decline of 3.29%.
In the mid-cap category, Harbour Energy Plc led the way with a return of 4.93%, contrasting with Burberry Group Plc, which saw a decrease of 4.7%. The small-cap sector was dominated by PayPoint Plc, achieving an impressive return of 14.77%, while Public Policy Holding Co., Inc. faced significant challenges, posting a decline of 14.9%.

Overall, the market showed a positive advance-decline ratio, with 230 stocks advancing compared to 197 declining, resulting in a ratio of 1.17x. The large-cap stocks had a stronger ratio of 1.38x, with 33 advancing and 24 declining. Mid-cap stocks also performed well with a ratio of 1.36x, while small-cap stocks had a more balanced ratio of 1.03x, indicating a competitive trading environment across all market segments.