The FTSE 100 index experienced a modest increase of 0.83% today, reflecting a positive trend over the past five days with a rise of 0.96%. However, the index remains down by 1.45% over the last month, indicating some volatility in the market. In terms of individual stock performance, Standard Chartered Plc emerged as the top performer in the Large Cap category, achieving a return of 3.45%. Conversely, Imperial Brands Plc struggled, recording a decline of 1.2%. The Mid Cap sector saw Ocado Group Plc leading with a return of 3.13%, while Harbour Energy Plc faced challenges with a drop of 3.02%. Among Small Cap stocks, Trustpilot Group Plc stood out with an impressive return of 31.97%, while Kenmare Resources Plc lagged behind with a decline of 4.52%. The overall market showed a healthy advance-decline ratio, with 253 stocks advancing compared to 155 declining, resulting in a ratio of 1.63. Notably, Large Cap stocks had a particularly strong showing, with 46 advancing against just 10 declining, yielding a ratio of 4.6. Mid Cap stocks also performed well, with 47 advancing and 18 declining, while Small Cap stocks had a more balanced outcome with 126 advancing and 101 declining.