Small-cap stocks often fly under the radar, but some are now drawing attention from Wall Street. Analysts have identified three Russell 2000 companies with strong fundamentals and growth potential, each offering more than 30% upside from current levels.
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What Is the Russell 2000 Index?
The Russell 2000 Index (IWM) tracks 2,000 small-cap U.S. companies, serving as a benchmark for the performance of smaller, growth-oriented stocks. It helps measure investor interest in emerging businesses.
Let’s dive into the details. Click on any ticker to explore each stock further and decide if it deserves a spot in your portfolio.
Rezolve AI (RZLV)
Rezolve is an AI-driven commerce platform that helps brands engage customers through personalized shopping, instant checkout, and conversational experiences. RZLV stock has gained 60% so far this year.
Yesterday, five-star-rated analyst Michael Latimore at Northland Securities reiterated his Buy rating on RZLV stock. Overall, all six analysts currently covering the stock have issued Buy recommendations. Meanwhile, the average Rezolve stock price target of $10.00 suggests a 60% upside from current levels.
Dave Inc. (DAVE)
Dave is a fintech company offering digital banking services, aimed at helping users improve their financial health. Year-to-date, DAVE stock has gained almost 140%.
Interestingly, all seven analysts who rated the stock gave it a Buy. Taken together, Dave’s stock price forecast of $279.86 implies an upside of over 33%.
Matador Resources (MTDR)
Matador Resources is an energy firm specializing in the exploration, development, and production of oil and natural gas. Year-to-date, MTDR stock has declined by 18%.
Recently, five-star-rated analyst Scott Hanold at RBC Capital reiterated his Buy rating on MTDR stock and raised his price target from $60 to $62. Overall, 14 out of 16 analysts currently covering the stock have issued Buy recommendations. Meanwhile, the average Matador Resources’ stock price target of $63.13 suggests a 36.62% upside from current levels.
