The Russell 2000 and Russell 3000 indices are under scrutiny as small-cap stocks are struggling despite the overall stock market's record high. Small caps' underperformance, with Russell 2000 up only 6.7% compared to S&P 500's 22.9% over the last year, raises concerns about the market's future performance. Despite some outperformance today, small caps are lagging behind mega-cap peers and are near an all-time high in unprofitability. This has led to discussions about the potential impact on the economy if a recession occurs.
The S&P 500 is up 22.9% over the last year while the Russell 2000 is up only 6.7%. When small caps are underperforming by this much, has that been a bearish omen for markets? The answer will surprise you... Video discussion: https://t.co/XybOY42bvE https://t.co/7e82DWxfiV
The S&P 500 is up 22.9% over the last year while the Russell 2000 is up only 6.7%. When small caps are underperforming by this much, has that been a bearish omen for markets? The answer may surprise you... Video discussion: https://t.co/XybOY42bvE https://t.co/AbapOJ3igy
Cons Discr outperformed today but is lagging behind its other mega-cap peers YTD given Comm Serv is up by nearly 10% so far in 2024 … small caps outperformed today with Russell 2000 Growth in lead (now on verge of going positive YTD) https://t.co/friXLAUPtE
Small-caps continue to lag. That may be good news for the overall stock market. https://t.co/3wbp6RWhTJ
The Russell 3000 is at a record high, yet 42% of R3000 stocks are 20% or below their 52-week highs. Bullish or bearish?
"The # of unprofitable small caps is near an all-time high at the PEAK of the economic cycle. What do you suppose will happen if the economy slows or ever is allowed to have a recession?" #R2K may be a bad choice for abreviating Russell 2000.... @profplum99 https://t.co/X5ledWTpWq