BofA Identifies Small-Cap Stocks with Long-Term Growth Potential
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Dec 22 2025
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Source: SeekingAlpha
Analysts' Insights: Bank of America Securities identified 13 companies in the Russell 2000 that are expected to achieve over 20% long-term growth with reasonable valuations.
Market Trends: There has been a decline in long-term growth expectations for stocks within the Russell 2000, despite an increase in IPO activity, with companies opting to remain private longer.
Highlighted Companies: Notable small-cap companies with high growth potential include BrightSpring Health Services (53.3%), Surgery Partners Inc (86%), and Sabre Corp (60.8%).
Investment Opportunities: BofA analysts suggest that these small-cap stocks could benefit from favorable market conditions, particularly as the Federal Reserve potentially cuts rates.
Analyst Views on IWM
Wall Street analysts forecast IWM stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for IWM is USD with a low forecast of USD and a high forecast of USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
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About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
