small-cap
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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The Russell 2000 small cap index, which tends to be more economically sensitive, shed 1.9%.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026
“Opportunities exist outside of large cap technology including regional/mid-sized banks and quality small cap companies,” Teal said.
From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026
However, one emerging-market fund manager, whose small cap fund was the best performer in its asset class between 2014 and 2024 is optimistic because there have been real signs of progress in this last year.
From MarketWatch • Dec. 2, 2025
Ms Banfield suggests we leave something sweet, such as a small cap of jam or orange juice, a short distance from the picnic area to distract the insects.
From BBC • Jul. 18, 2025
Her plum-colored gown was crisp and well sewn, and expensive lace trailed from the small cap on her head.
From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson
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