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Why US Small Caps Can’t Keep Up

14 July 2025 · Monday
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The week began on a rough note, with large caps staying weak while the broader market held firm. Fresh tariff tensions with the Eurozone and Canada added to global uncertainty. Investors shifted towards alternate assets like gold, silver, and Bitcoin, while the dollar index strengthened, creating an unusual market setup.
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Why 91% of F&O Traders Are Losing Money: A Hard Truth Investors Must Know
F&O trading has seen a surge in retail participation, but SEBI’s latest data reveals a harsh truth: 91% of traders lost money in FY25, totaling ₹1.05 lakh crore in losses. Despite growing interest, most participants face consistent setbacks, highlighting the real risks behind the lure of quick profits.
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Why Small Caps in the US Are Falling Behind Large Caps
While US stock market headlines highlight record highs in indices like the S&P 500 and NASDAQ, a different story is unfolding beneath the surface. Small-cap stocks, measured by the Russell 2000 index, have struggled to keep up, failing to hit new all-time highs for nearly three years.
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