Russell 2000
Small-Cap Resilience: Russell 2000 Surges 3% as Geopolitical Tensions Ease and ‘Risk-On’ Appetite Returns
On March 23, 2026, the small-cap heavy Russell 2000 Index surged by a definitive 3.0%, soundly outperforming the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite in a session characterized by aggressive "risk-on" buying. This sharp technical breakout represents a significant turning point for small-cap equities, which