The S&P/TSX 60 index experienced a modest increase of 0.93% today, although it remains down by 0.03% over the past 30 days. The market showed a generally positive trend, with 393 stocks advancing compared to 323 declining, resulting in an advance-decline ratio of 1.22x. In the large-cap segment, Alimentation Couche-Tard, Inc. emerged as the top performer with a return of 4.38%, while Tourmaline Oil Corp. lagged behind with a decline of 4.58%. Mid-cap stocks saw Aritzia, Inc. leading with a return of 6.53%, contrasted by Eldorado Gold Corp., which fell by 8.47%. The small-cap sector was notably strong, with Real Matters, Inc. achieving a remarkable return of 16.4%, while HIVE Digital Technologies Ltd. faced a decline of 10.13%. The advance-decline ratios varied across market caps, with large-cap stocks showing a robust ratio of 2.47x, mid-caps at 1.48x, and small-caps at 1.71x. This indicates a healthy market breadth, particularly among larger companies. Overall, today's market performance reflects a mix of gains and losses across various sectors, highlighting the dynamic nature of the current trading environment.