The Russell 2000 Index tracks the 2,000 smallest stocks out of the 3,000 stocks in the Russell 3000 Index. The index makes up about 10% of the entire market capitalization of the Russell 3000. The Russell 2000 is managed by the FTSE Russell Group in London. Its focus on small-cap, U.S. stocks makes it one of the bellwethers of the U.S. economy and the broader market. Every stock in the index must trade on a major stock exchange (i.e., the NYSE, NASDAQ, or AMEX).
This article will go into detail about the Russell 2000, including how it removes some risk from investing in small-cap stocks. We'll also go over some options for investors looking to trade the Russell 2000 stocks.
