The S&P/TSX 60 index experienced a modest increase of 0.42% today, continuing its upward trajectory with a notable rise of 1.86% over the past 30 days. In the large-cap segment, Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. emerged as the top performer, delivering a return of 2.16%. Conversely, Thomson Reuters Corp. struggled, posting a decline of 4.78%. In the mid-cap category, Alamos Gold, Inc. led the way with an impressive return of 7.87%, while MDA Ltd. faced challenges, recording a drop of 5.23%. The small-cap sector saw Transcontinental, Inc. shine with a return of 7.66%, whereas MTY Food Group, Inc. lagged behind with a decline of 6.76%. Overall, the market's advance-decline ratio reflected a challenging environment, with 280 stocks advancing against 355 declining, resulting in a ratio of 0.79x. Large-cap stocks fared better, with 28 advancing and 21 declining, yielding a ratio of 1.33x. Mid-cap stocks also showed resilience with 34 advancing versus 30 declining, while small-cap stocks struggled, with 116 advancing and 190 declining, resulting in a ratio of 0.61x.