A stock market index representing the performance of approximately 2000 small-capitalization U.S. companies.
The Russell 2000 is a widely followed benchmark index in the United States that tracks the performance of small-cap stocks. It is composed of companies with market capitalizations typically ranging from $300 million to $2 billion. The index is often considered a barometer for the broader U.S. equity market and is sensitive to economic conditions due to the nature of smaller businesses.