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Russell 2000 Index

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Russell 2000 Index

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The RUT index, or Russell 2000 Index, tracks 2,000 small U.S. companies. It shows how these smaller companies are performing compared to larger ones. The index is calculated by looking at the market value of these 2,000 companies and averaging their performance. Investors use the RUT index to understand how small-cap stocks are doing and to make decisions about investing in small companies. It helps them see if the market for smaller companies is strong or weak.

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  • What is the symbol for the Russell 2000 index?
  • How to invest in the Russell 2000 index?

What is the symbol for the Russell 2000 index?

The ticker symbol for the Russell 2000 index is RUT

How to invest in the Russell 2000 index?

  • ETFs
    Buy shares of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that track the Russell 2000 Index. These funds hold small-cap stocks similar to those in the index: iShares Russell 2000 ETF, Vanguard Russell 2000 ETF
  • Index Funds
    Invest in mutual funds that follow the Russell 2000 Index.
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