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Cortez Minerals Expands North American Portfolio, Sets 2026 EBITDA Target and Advances Buyback & Dividend

Nextpower Inc. Revenue Up 20%, Sets Record Order Backlog, Raises FY27 Guidance and Plans Acquisition

DNB Acquires EchoStar Shares, Executives Reduce Holdings

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Analysts predict a strong summer for small-cap stocks, with the Russell 2000 up 31% over the past year compared to 23% for the S&P 500. Small caps are currently undervalued at 4.6% of the Russell 3000 market cap, below the historical average of 7.6%. Anticipated gradual rate cuts by the Fed could further benefit small caps due to their higher floating-rate debt.

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Analysts see strong summer ahead for small-cap stocks

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The article argues against the traditional advice of 'Sell in May,' suggesting it could lead to costly mistakes this year. It highlights the potential for small-cap stocks, particularly the Russell 2000 index, which has outperformed the S&P 500 recently. The author emphasizes that July has historically been a strong month for the market, countering the notion that summer months are weak. An exclusive watchlist of small-cap stocks is also mentioned.

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Forget “Sell in May” – This Could Be the Summer of Small Caps

Ivan Illan, Chief Investment Officer at AWAIM, discusses the paradox in the U.S. equity market as of mid-2026, highlighting strong earnings growth in the S&P 500 but elevated valuations. He advocates for a selective approach to U.S. small and mid-cap (SMID) companies, noting significant dispersion within the asset class that presents opportunities for active managers. However, he warns of risks related to debt refinancing and emphasizes the potential for well-positioned firms to gain market share. The manufacturing sector shows signs of recovery, further supporting selective SMID investment.

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U.S. inflation is projected to hit 4.18% in May, influenced by oil supply disruptions from the Iran war. New Fed Chair Kevin Warsh may favor higher rates amid policy uncertainty, challenging market expectations for cuts. Investors are shifting strategies, moving from complex portfolios to small-cap stocks to cope with ongoing inflation.

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The small-cap Russell 2000 index fell 2.4% on Friday, marking its worst decline since November, despite a year-to-date gain of 12.6%. Rising long-term Treasury yields are testing the sustainability of small caps' recent outperformance, as higher rates can negatively impact smaller companies with more floating-rate debt. Analysts suggest that for small caps to continue rising, a more stable macroeconomic environment is needed, including lower interest rates and easing inflation expectations. Improved earnings growth has supported small caps, but many companies remain unprofitable.

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Small caps are still riding high despite latest setback. But more trouble could lie ahead.

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US major stock indices closed lower, with the Nasdaq and Russell 2000 leading declines due to higher yields and oil prices. The Dow fell 1.07%, S&P 1.24%, and Nasdaq 1.54%. Weekly performance saw losses erase earlier gains, with notable losers including Raytheon (-17.17%) and Shake Shack (-13.89%). Winners included Nebius NV (+24.19%) and Cisco (+22.41%). NVIDIA led gains among major stocks, while Amazon and Tesla were among the weakest performers.

- The major US stock indices closed lower, with the Nasdaq and Russell 2000 experiencing the largest declines, driven by sharply higher yields and rising oil prices.  
- The Dow fell by 537.07 points or 1.07%, while the Russell 2000 tumbled 69.70 points or 2.44%, and the week's losses erased earlier gains across major indices.  
- Notable large-cap losers included Raytheon and Shake Shack, while Nebius NV and Cisco were among the week’s significant winners.

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US major indices close lower. Declines today erase the week's gains.

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Major US stock indices opened sharply lower, with the Dow down 415 points (-0.83%) at 49,650, S&P down 89 points (-1.20%) at 7,411, NASDAQ down 451 points (-1.69%) at 26,186, and Russell 2000 down 57 points (-2.0%) at 2,806.47. Notable losers include Arm (-7.26%), Intel (-5.68%), and Alibaba (-4.55%). Cerebra, which IPOed yesterday, is trading at $305, down 2.4%. Nvidia is down 3.6%.

- Major US stock indices are opening lower, with the Dow industrial average down 415 points at 49,650.  
- The S&P index and NASDAQ are down 89 points and 451 points, respectively, reflecting a broader market decline.  
- Notable losers include Arm, Intel, and Newmont Goldcorp, all experiencing significant drops in their stock prices.

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Major US indices open sharply lower led by the NASDAQ and the Russell 2000

The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) and Vanguard Russell 2000 ETF (VTWO) track the same 2,000 small-cap stocks but have diverged significantly in returns over ten years, with VTWO outperforming IWM by nearly 40 percentage points. While IWM offers greater liquidity and options depth, VTWO's lower expense ratio and tax efficiency make it a better choice for long-term investors. The decision between the two depends on the investor's strategy—trading versus buy-and-hold.

IWM and VTWO track the same 2000 stocks yet VTWO’s ten-year return crushes IWM by nearly 40 percentage points

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Major US stock indices closed higher, with the Russell 2000 gaining 0.33%, Dow and S&P up 0.19%, and NASDAQ rising 0.10%. Investors favored technology, commodity, and infrastructure stocks while moving away from consumer and retail sectors. Notable gainers included Corning (+10.89%) and Barrick Mining (+9.02%), while Whirlpool (-8.59%) and Shake Shack (-8.08%) were among the biggest losers. Market sentiment is influenced by geopolitical concerns and upcoming CPI data, expected to rise by 0.6% overall and 0.3% core.

- Major US stock indices closed higher, led by the Russell 2000's gain of 0.33%.  
- A clear market divergence was observed, with technology and infrastructure stocks performing well, while consumer and retail sectors faced declines.  
- Upcoming CPI data is anticipated to show a 0.6% rise in the headline figure and a 0.3% increase in the core rate.

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US stocks close marginally higher.

The Russell 2000 index has risen over 8% in the past month and over 40% in the last year, indicating strong performance for small-cap stocks. Investors are encouraged by the potential for further gains, as many small-cap stocks are undervalued compared to the S&P 500. Three small-cap stocks highlighted include Academy Sports and Outdoors (ASO), Buckle Inc. (BKE), and Core Molding Technologies (CMT), each with unique growth catalysts and attractive valuations. Upcoming earnings reports will be crucial for assessing their performance and market conditions.

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