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Despite the choppy price action in equities, it's too early for bulls to throw in the towel. Deescalating Middle East tensions, tamed inflation, and a washout in the number of new lows suggest the bull market has legs in 2025.
The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) has dropped into a technical correction after falling by over 11% from its highest level in 2024. It retreated to $214, its lowest level since September last year, lagging behind its top peers like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 indices.
The Russell 2000 index is home to approximately 2,000 of the smallest companies listed on U.S. stock exchanges. While the major market indexes like the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) have soared to new highs recently, the Russell still technically hasn't grown because it hasn't closed above its previous record level from 2021.
Every new year brings with it a new opportunity to stop for a moment, take stock of where we currently sit, revisit resolutions, and refresh outlooks.
Wall Street was off to a volatile start in 2025, following a steep sell-off in the final weeks of 2024. Notably, the small-cap Russell 2000 Index fell 8.4% in December, marking its worst month since September 2022.
Looking for broad exposure to the Small Cap Blend segment of the US equity market? You should consider the iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 05/22/2000.
After a robust 2024, sellers are back in control on Wall Street. Investors should observe the five indicators mentioned in this article to determine the next big market move.
Avoid the most popular small-cap ETF and focus more on quality businesses with these two picks.
The recent rally in the S&P 500, which hit its 45th record close of 2024, is more inclusive than in previous months. While banks and financials have led this broader market rise, small caps are also catching the attention of analysts.
As interest rates keep moving lower from here, it makes sense to diversify your portfolio beyond the market's biggest and brightest.