Small-caps are off to a fast start in 2026. Is now the time to jump into the Russell 2000 again?

I was extremely bullish on small-cap stocks at the start of 2025, but the S&P 500 outperformed once again.

This exchange-traded fund's performance has been strangely weak for a while now, but this might just spell opportunity.

Vanguard Russell 2000 Index Fund ETF is rated a buy, supported by strong earnings growth prospects and attractive valuation. VTWO benefits from historical small-cap outperformance after Fed rate cuts ...

The Vanguard Russell 2000 ETF could be a great way to take advantage of the low valuations relative to large cap stocks. The Vanguard Real Estate ETF can be a smart play on a falling-rate environment.

iShares Russell 2000 ETF is the largest, with $71 billion in AUM and a 0.19% expense ratio. Vanguard Russell 2000 ETF offers a low 0.07% expense ratio and 10% annual returns. Vanguard Russell 2000 ...

The Vanguard Russell 2000 ETF is a highly diversified way to invest. With falling interest rates and low small-cap valuations, now could be the time to take a look. However, there are some major ...

The small-cap index has pretty consistently underperformed the S&P 500 for three years. But it could make a comeback, helped by several factors that investors should consider. These include attractive ...