# Russell 2000 Universe Momentum Scanning

The Russell 2000 scanner evaluates 2,000 small-cap US companies for emerging momentum setups and early-stage trend shifts. Small caps carry greater individual volatility and higher failure rates than large caps, but successful 50WMA breakouts in this universe frequently yield dramatic multi-month percentage expansions during constructive market breadth environments.

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## Small-Cap Risk Profile

Because small-cap equities have smaller balance sheets and lighter trading volume:
- Strict stop-loss discipline is non-negotiable.
- False breakouts occur more frequently during sideways market regimes.
- Position sizing should be adjusted appropriately.

See our [Methodology](/methodology) and [Disclaimer](/disclaimer).