The FTSE 100 index experienced a modest increase of 0.21% today, continuing its upward trajectory with a notable rise of 1.32% over the past 30 days. Among large-cap stocks, Halma Plc emerged as the standout performer, delivering a return of 9.24%, while Fresnillo Plc lagged behind with a decline of 2.99%.
In the mid-cap sector, Games Workshop Group Plc led the way with an impressive return of 13.49%. Conversely, Investec Plc faced challenges, recording a drop of 7.16%. The small-cap segment saw CMC Markets Plc shine with a remarkable return of 28.92%, while PayPoint Plc struggled, posting a significant decline of 21.23%.

Overall, the market showed a positive advance-decline ratio of 1.17x, with 227 stocks advancing compared to 194 declining. Large-cap stocks had a stronger ratio of 1.45x, with 32 advancing and 22 declining. In contrast, mid-cap stocks faced more headwinds, with only 26 advancing against 40 declining, resulting in a ratio of 0.65x. Small-cap stocks maintained a balanced performance with a ratio of 1.08x, as 118 stocks advanced and 109 declined.