Best Russell 2000 Small-Cap Stocks to Buy During the 2026 Fed Easing Cycle
As of mid-February 2026, the financial markets are witnessing what many analysts are calling the “Great Rotation.” After years of mega-cap dominance, the spotlight has shifted toward the underdogs. The Russell 2000 Index surged more than 5% in January alone, outperforming the S&P 500 as investors anticipate the next leg of the Federal Reserve’s easing cycle.
The current Federal Funds Rate sits in the 3.50%–3.75% range. While the Fed held rates steady at its January 28 meeting, the consensus is clear: with inflation expectations well-contained and labor markets cooling but not breaking, at least two more 25-basis-point cuts are projected for H2 2026. For small-cap stocks—which have historically carried more floating-rate debt and higher sensitivity to the cost of capital—this cycle is a “coiled spring” for valuation expansion.
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