Russell 2000 index surges on declining US inflation By Investing.com
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NEW YORK – The index, known for its large composition of unprofitable biotechnology companies, saw its most robust performance since November 10, 2022, supported by a slowdown in inflation rates in the United States. Today, the index is up about 4.5%, outpacing gains in the S&P indexes, which are up just 2%.
Investment professionals are taking note of changing market dynamics. Amy Zhang of Fred Alger Management’s Small Cap fund identified this period as a great opportunity to invest in small-cap stocks.
Despite the positive increase in performance of the Russell 2000, skepticism remains about the longevity of this rally. Cameron Dawson of Newedge Wealth questions the sustainability of the rally, as more than 30% of stocks in the Russell 2000 are unprofitable, coupled with looming recession risks.
In light of these concerns, Bank of America analysts maintain an optimistic outlook for the index. They project an annualized return of 12% over the coming decade for the Russell 2000, even as concerns persist about the economic slowdown, lingering inflationary pressures and potential continued interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve.
Market participants are closely monitoring these developments as they re-evaluate their investment strategies in a changing economic landscape.
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