After two years of double-digit gains, 2025 has been a different story for stocks.
But beneath the surface, a quiet shift is happening: the Russell 2000 is beginning to outpace the tech-heavy NASDAQ.
The question isn't why the Russell Index is down. We know the index is filled with small- and mid-cap stocks, which are more sensitive to interest rates that remain higher for longer periods of time.
The question is what will happen in the wake of Liberation Day, i.e. when the Trump administration launched sweeping tariffs intended to protect U.S. industry.
The short answer is that they may have a powerful advantage.
Domestically-focused firms are less exposed to global trade risks and more likely to benefit from pro-American manufacturing policies.
In this slideshow, we highlight seven Russell 2000 stocks that may help you weather the current market volatility and set your portfolio up for potentially strong gains later this year.
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