The rest of 2024 could be a breakout period for cheap Russell 2000 stocks. Thus far, the index posted a 3.6% gain since January, though it lags the S&P 500's 10% bump. However, incoming tides might favor small-caps, setting the stage for a record run among cheap Russell 2000 stocks. Investors are increasingly wary that investing in a large-cap index like the S&P 500 overexposes them to a few high-performing stocks that skew total returns. This concern is valid, as the "Magnificent 7" stocks make up nearly 3 ...