The small cap segment of the market has been on a positive trend, with the BSE Smallcap index showing a 0.91% increase today. In the last 5 days, this segment has seen a significant rise of 5.17%. This makes it the best performing segment across MCaps. Among the top performers in this segment is Veranda Learning, with an impressive return of 19.99%. On the other hand, Indian Metals has been the worst performer with a return of -8.28%. The advance decline ratio of stocks in this small cap segment is also showing a positive trend, with 672 stocks advancing and only 326 declining. This translates to a ratio of 2.06x, indicating a bullish sentiment in the market. In recent news, several stocks in this small cap segment have seen an upgrade in their stock scores. These include Just Dial, Granules India, Kirloskar Oil, Wendt India, and Bombay Burmah. These stocks have been upgraded from a hold to a buy rating, indicating a positive outlook for their future performance. In terms of technical calls, the following stocks in the small cap index have seen a change in their ratings from none to mildly bullish: INDIA SHELTE FIN, Aeroflex, NIIT Learning, Senco Gold, and GHCL Textiles. This further reinforces the positive sentiment in the small cap segment of the market. Overall, the small cap segment is driving the market today with its impressive performance and positive outlook for the future. Investors should keep a close eye on these stocks for potential opportunities in this segment.