The FTSE 100 index experienced a notable increase of 1.18% today, continuing its upward trend with a rise of 1.12% over the past five days and an impressive 6.54% over the last month. This positive momentum reflects a robust performance across various market capitalizations. In the large-cap segment, HSBC Holdings Plc emerged as the top performer, delivering a return of 7.94%. Conversely, Diageo Plc faced challenges, recording a decline of 12.7%. The mid-cap sector saw Bank of Georgia Group Plc leading with a return of 9.8%, while Morgan Sindall Group plc struggled, posting a loss of 3.38%. Among small-cap stocks, Tracsis Plc stood out with a remarkable return of 10.94%, whereas ME Group International Plc faced a significant downturn, declining by 14.87%. Overall, the market displayed a healthy advance-decline ratio, with 240 stocks advancing compared to 175 declining, resulting in a ratio of 1.37x. Notably, large-cap stocks showed a particularly strong performance with a ratio of 4.09x, indicating a favorable environment for larger companies.