The domestic companies index (DCI) gained 2.75 percent during the week ending March 22, closing at 8 351.08 points from 8 127.50 points the previous week. For the year-to-date, the index has risen by 11.20 percent, while the foreign companies index declined by 0.96 percent. A total of 4 503 070 million securities valued at P13 192 058 were traded during the week.