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American Focus > Blog > Economy > Russell 2000: Small-Cap Surge Signals Opportunity Amid Seasonals & Fed Rate Cuts
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Russell 2000: Small-Cap Surge Signals Opportunity Amid Seasonals & Fed Rate Cuts

Last updated: October 1, 2025 12:31 am
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In August 2025, the Russell 2000 Index ETF (IWM), known as a crucial indicator for U.S. small-cap equities, experienced a notable surge of 7%. This impressive performance significantly outstripped the S&P 500’s more modest 2% gain during the same period. By September 2025, the IWM had achieved a new all-time high, surpassing its previous peak recorded in November 2024. Although the IWM’s year-to-date performance still trails behind that of the S&P 500, the gap continues to close, primarily driven by shifting macroeconomic conditions and perceived undervaluation of small-cap stocks. For traders, this resurgence highlights the index’s importance in diversification strategies and its sensitivity to the Federal Reserve’s expected interest rate cuts.

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The IWM monitors around 2,000 small-cap enterprises, accounting for approximately 10% of the Russell 3000’s total market capitalization. Its diverse exposure across sectors, including financial services, healthcare, and industrial companies, offers distinct diversification benefits. Unlike large-cap indices that are heavily influenced by a few dominant technology firms, the IWM features a median market capitalization that is considerably lower.

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Furthermore, FTSE Russell conducts an annual reconstitution of its U.S. equity indexes, including the IWM, culminating on the last Friday in June. Beginning in 2026, this process will shift to a semi-annual schedule, with rebalances occurring in both June and November. Such reconstitution efforts are vital during market rotations, where investors often transition from one style or sector to another. Should there be a prevailing trend toward smaller companies, the IWM—newly enriched with small-cap stocks—stands to benefit significantly. The reconstitution helps align the index with the latest market dynamics, making it more attuned to investor sentiment and market conditions.

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Did the June 2025 reconstitution indeed provide the momentum necessary to push the IWM towards new all-time highs?

The Federal Reserve’s anticipated pivot towards lowering interest rates in September 2025 serves as a crucial catalyst for these developments. Small-cap firms, often more heavily dependent on floating-rate debt, historically face higher borrowing costs as compared to their large-cap counterparts. With the CME FedWatch Tool indicating a formidable 90% likelihood of an additional quarter-point cut in October 2025, small-cap equities stand to gain from reduced financing expenses and enhanced equity valuations. The impact of lower rates is particularly pronounced, as it diminishes the discounting effect on future cash flows, thereby offering a disproportionate advantage to smaller companies with greater growth prospects.

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