The FTSE 100 index experienced a positive day, rising by 0.48%, reflecting a steady upward trend with a 0.34% increase over the past month. Among large-cap stocks, Standard Chartered Plc emerged as the top performer, delivering a return of 3.41%. In contrast, Halma Plc struggled, posting a decline of 15.38%. In the mid-cap sector, easyJet Plc led the way with a return of 2.73%, while Intermediate Capital Group Plc faced challenges, recording a loss of 4.67%. The small-cap segment saw Frontier Developments Plc shine with an impressive return of 8.96%, whereas Forterra Plc lagged behind with a decline of 5.19%. Overall, the market showed a favorable advance-decline ratio of 201 advancing stocks to 172 declining stocks, resulting in a ratio of 1.17x. Notably, the small-cap stocks outperformed with a ratio of 1.32x, indicating robust activity in that segment. In contrast, large-cap stocks had a more challenging day, with 23 advancing and 25 declining, reflecting a ratio of 0.92x.