The FTSE 100 index experienced a positive day, rising by 1.26%. However, it remains down by 3.22% over the past month, indicating ongoing volatility in the market. Among large-cap stocks, Centrica Plc emerged as the top performer with a return of 4.07%, while 3i Group Plc struggled, posting a decline of 5.79%. In the mid-cap sector, Ocado Group Plc led the way with a return of 6.15%, contrasting with Morgan Sindall Group Plc, which saw a decrease of 3.84%. The small-cap segment was highlighted by Capita Plc, achieving an impressive return of 8.89%, while Advanced Medical Solutions Group Plc faced significant challenges, declining by 18.42%. Overall, the advance-decline ratio across the market showed 201 stocks advancing compared to 166 declining, resulting in a ratio of 1.21. Large-cap stocks performed particularly well, with 28 advancing against 9 declining, yielding a ratio of 3.11. Mid-cap stocks also showed strength, with 36 advancing and 12 declining, while small-cap stocks had a more balanced performance with 112 advancing and 103 declining.