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Why the Russell 2000 Isnt Pricing a Recession
The Russell 2000 has dropped 1.1% over the past five days while the S&P 500 hit a new high. Lucas and Luna unpack why small-cap stocks are signaling a potential recession despite the broader market's calm. With the VIX at 15 and the yield curve still inverted at 35 basis points, they explore whether the Russell's weakness is a contrarian buy signal or a genuine warning. Lucas cites historical data showing small caps tend to lead in economic recoveries but lag when recession fears mount. He explains how the Russell's composition—more domestic, more debt-heavy, less…
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