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Small‑Cap Stocks Got a Payrolls Boost — But CPI Is the Real Test

Aug 11, 2026 · 04:33 PM ET· updated 1h ago
Small‑Cap Stocks Got a Payrolls Boost — But CPI Is the Real Test

Small‑cap stocks rallied after a surprise payrolls drop eased near‑term rate‑hike pressure, but Wednesday’s CPI will determine whether the rebound can last.

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Small companies' stocks went up because people think interest rates might not go up as fast, but we have to wait for Wednesday's inflation number to see if that good feeling lasts.

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