"By contrast, the Russell 2000 is often perceived as a better insight into the state of the broader U.S. economy due to its focus on smaller businesses whose fate depends more on macroeconomic conditions." "Mega-cap tech titans have been reaping economic rewards of 2023 while leaving most of the rest of the market behind," an Investor Place article said. "While a few growth firms see their shares continue to rally, several companies are struggling to tread water as the economy weakens amid inflation and rising interest rates."