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Russell 2000 rises 0.3% to 2,796.86 amid global bond market volatility.
On October 1, 2026, the Russell 2000 index of small-cap stocks increased by 0.3%, closing at 2,796.86. This uptick occurred despite ongoing volatility in global bond markets, which have been influencing investor sentiment. While the Russell 2000 has experienced a decline of 1.1% over the past week, it remains up 13.1% year-to-date, indicating overall resilience.
Key points
- The Russell 2000 index rose by 0.3% to 2,796.86 on October 1, 2026.
- The index has declined by 1.1% over the past week but is up 13.1% year-to-date.
- Global bond market volatility continues to impact investor sentiment.
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