The domestic companies index (DCI) dropped by 0.02 percent during the week ending October 4, closing at 8 593.48 points from 8 594.93 points the previous week. For the year-to-date, the index has risen by 14.42 percent, while the foreign companies index declined by 1.33 percent. A total of 50 791 113 securities valued at P158 319 534 were traded during the week.