The FTSE 100 index experienced a positive day, rising by 0.51%, and showing a notable increase of 0.79% over the past five days. Over the last month, the index has surged by 2.85%, reflecting a robust performance in the broader market. In the large-cap segment, Lloyds Banking Group Plc emerged as the top performer with a return of 3.32%, while Fresnillo Plc lagged behind, recording a decline of 5.08%. The mid-cap sector saw RS Group Plc leading with a gain of 2.21%, whereas Mondi Plc faced a setback with a drop of 2.69%. Among small-cap stocks, ASA International Group PLC stood out with an impressive return of 10.0%, while Sylvania Platinum Ltd. struggled, falling by 9.88%. The overall advance-decline ratio across the market indicated that 205 stocks advanced compared to 218 that declined, resulting in a ratio of 0.94x. In the large-cap category, the ratio was more favorable at 2.29x, with 39 advancing stocks against 17 declining. Conversely, mid-cap and small-cap stocks faced challenges, with ratios of 0.71x and 0.83x, respectively.