Small-Cap Stocks Have Suffered. It’s Time to Be Cautiously Optimistic. - Barron's

1. Small-caps have underperformed large caps for over a decade. The S&P 500 gained 164%; small-caps lagged. 2. Investor expectations are low ahead of upcoming earnings. This could yield positive surprises for resilient small-caps. 3. Small-cap earnings are projected to outpace large caps by late 2025. This trend suggests potential for recovery.