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Small-cap Russell 2000 drops 2.4%, its worst day since November amid rising Treasury yields

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16 May 2026
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The Russell 2000 index, representing small-cap U.S. stocks, fell 2.4% on Friday, marking its worst one-day decline since November 13. Despite this setback, small caps have outperformed most major indexes except the Nasdaq in 2026. The recent rise in long-term Treasury yields is challenging the sustainability of the small-cap rally, raising concerns about potential further declines ahead.

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