The small cap segment of the market has been on the rise, with the BSE Smallcap index showing a 1.91% increase. In the last 5 days, this segment has seen a 0.63% growth, making it the best performing segment across MCaps. eMudhra has been the top performer in this segment, with a return of 14.39%. On the other hand, Jai Balaji Industries has been the worst performer, with a return of -4.99%. The advance decline ratio in this small cap segment is also showing positive signs, with 877 stocks advancing and only 122 declining. This translates to a 7.19x ratio, indicating a strong upward trend in this segment. Investors should take note of the recent upgrades in stock scores for some companies in this small cap segment. S H Kelkar & Co., Supriya Lifesci., SMS Pharma., KEI Industries, and Aurionpro Sol. have all been upgraded from Hold to Buy. This indicates a positive outlook for these companies and could potentially lead to higher returns for investors. In terms of technical calls, some stocks in this small cap index have also seen a change. SignatureGlobal, Senco Gold, Supriya Lifesci., Route Mobile, and Spandana Sphoort have all been upgraded from None or sideways to mildly bullish. This could be a good opportunity for investors to consider these stocks for potential gains. Overall, the small cap segment is showing strong growth and positive indicators, making it an attractive option for investors. With the recent upgrades and technical changes in some stocks, it is important for investors to keep a close eye on this segment for potential opportunities.