The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) was launched on 05/22/2000, and is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to offer broad exposure to the Small Cap Blend segment of the US equity market.
Small-caps performance lags behind large-caps, historically cheap valuations. Reasons for small-caps lagging behind include weaker company quality, high interest rates, and decreased M&A activity. Analysts predict a positive outlook for small-caps, with expected earnings growth and potential outperformance in the next 18 months.
Small caps historically perform well after Fed rate cuts, with potential for outperformance against large caps. Optimism among small business owners and improving economic conditions could benefit IWM in the coming quarters. Despite near-term bearish risks and weak sentiment, IWM's valuation, technical indicators, and profit growth forecasts suggest a favorable outlook.
Following a period subjugated by the "Magnificent Seven" mega-cap tech stocks, investors are now looking beyond the big techs.
24-7 Wall Street Insights Small-cap stocks are showing signs of breaking out of a bear market that has lingered since 2022.
These positions look to have solid upside and trade at a great valuation.
A Goldilocks economy is the one that has been witnessing steady economic growth but not so much that it can stoke inflation.The US economy is currently in this situation.
ETFs across various categories pulled in $22.1 billion in capital last week.
The world's biggest economy's growth accelerated in the second quarter, primarily driven by solid consumer spending and higher business investment despite high interest rates.
Recent economic indicators are helping to make the case for small-cap investing. June's Consumer Price Index (CPI) report dropped by 0.1% for the month, marking the index's first drop since May 2020.
Small-cap stocks moved higher early Tuesday. The Russell 2000 was recently up nearly 1%, outperforming the S&P 500 in morning action.
ETFs across various categories pulled in $49.4 billion in capital last week, pushing the year-to-date inflows to $406.3 billion.