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Wells Fargo Cites Debt Risk in Russell 2000 Decline

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The Russell 2000 fell for a sixth consecutive week through October 16, closing down 3% for the week, according to figures published by The Associated Press. Wells Fargo Investment Institute maintained an unfavorable view of U.S. small-cap stocks amid weaker earnings forecasts and debt-related risks.

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Wells Fargo noted that smaller companies carry more debt relative to earnings than larger ones, which may increase financial risk when interest rates are high. The institute also reported that small-cap earnings forecasts had been cut 7% as of May 18, while large-cap forecasts had risen 8%.

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Wells FargoPublished an unfavorable view of U.S. small-cap stocks and analyzed debt risks.
Associated PressPublished the figures used to track the Russell 2000 index.

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