Small-Cap Stocks Are Gaining Momentum: Reasons This Rally May Endure.
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jan 12 2026
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Source: Barron's
Small-Cap Stocks Performance: Small-cap stocks have started 2026 strongly, with the Russell 2000 index rising over 6% this month.
Comparison with Larger Indices: This performance surpasses that of larger indices such as the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite.
January Effect: The strong start for small-cap stocks may be attributed to the "January effect," a phenomenon where these stocks typically see gains in the first month of the year.
Market Trends: The trend indicates a potential shift in investor sentiment favoring smaller companies at the beginning of the year.
Analyst Views on MAGS
Wall Street analysts forecast MAGS stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for MAGS 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.
