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Small-cap stocks extended their losing streak as yields surged

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WSJ Markets reports that small-cap stocks were hit hard as bond yields surged.

The Russell 2000, a benchmark for smaller companies, closed Friday on a five-week losing streak.

Latest closeRussell 2000 2,794.13 ▲0.0%

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WSJ MarketsAs Yields Surged, Small-Cap Stocks Were Hit Hard

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