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A Moving Target

Small Cap Core Review of the Second Quarter of 2025 | KayneCast 293

August 5, 2025

“Given some of the things you have mentioned in terms of tariffs, ongoing geo-political risks, labor instability on  many fronts, volatility due to various government policy announcements and pivots as well as an ongoing high interest rate environment – I would tell you that if someone were to ask me where I think the stock market would be with all these issues going on simultaneously – I would most likely not answer “all time highs”. But here we are.”

Each quarter, Jon Christensen, Portfolio Manager and Senior Research Analyst provides an update on the performance of the Small Cap Core strategy and shares his market outlook.  Listen to his most recent episode where Jon recaps market activity during 2Q 2025, with a particular focus on:

  • Tariffs and their impact on the economy
  • Primary contributors and detractors to the Small Cap Core strategy performance
  • Areas within the portfolio where he sees long-term potential

For more insights, read our Q2 2025 Commentary or subscribe to Kaynecast where we provide the latest updates from the KAR Investment Team on our investment strategies.

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This information is being provided by Kayne Anderson Rudnick Investment Management, LLC (“KAR”) for illustrative purposes only. Information contained in this material is not intended by KAR to be interpreted as investment advice, a recommendation or solicitation to purchase securities, or a recommendation of a particular course of action and has not been updated since the date of the material, and KAR does not undertake to update the information presented should it change. This information is based on KAR’s opinions at the time of the recording of this material and are subject to change based on market activity. There is no guarantee that any forecasts made will come to pass. KAR makes no warranty as to the accuracy or reliability of the information contained herein. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

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