Russell 2000 Index & Vladimir Putin

Russell 2000 Index: The Russell 2000 index of smaller U.S. stocks fell more than the broader market, as higher interest rates disproportionately affect smaller companies' borrowing costs. Its decline highlights the vulnerability of smaller firms to rising yields.

Vladimir Putin: President Putin acknowledged damage from Ukrainian drone attacks and vowed to bolster Russia's air defenses. The drone strike on United States — St. Petersburg, Florida occurred just before an economic forum he was scheduled to attend.

Russell 2000 Index: The Russell 2000 Index>>> of smaller US stocks fell more than the broader market due to concerns over more expensive loans.

Vladimir Putin: Vladimir Putin, President of Russia, met with Abbas Araghchi and offered words of support to Iran, a longstanding ally.

Russell 2000 Index: The Russell 2000 Index touched intraday record highs, indicating a broad market rally.

Vladimir Putin: Vladimir Putin appears ready to escalate the war in Ukraine amidst a battlefield stalemate and growing war fatigue, aiming to shore up domestic approval ratings.