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This small-cap ETF just hit a fresh high and its members have lots of cash. Wall Street likes these stocks

Some small-cap stocks offer a potent combination of dividends and healthy free cash flows. Wall Street sees more upside ahead for these names.

This small-cap ETF just hit a fresh high and its members have lots of cash. Wall Street likes these stocks

TL;DR

  • The Russell 2000 small-cap index has advanced 23% in 2026, surpassing the S&P 500's 13% gain and reaching a new record high.
  • The Pacer US Small Cap Cash Cows ETF (CALF), focusing on companies with high free cash flow, is up nearly 27% and pays a 1.08% dividend yield.
  • Oil and gas company Ovintiv has seen a 62% stock increase, offers a 1.9% dividend yield, and beat earnings expectations with raised production guidance.
  • Gold miner AngloGold Ashanti has surged 17%, provides a 4.5% dividend yield, and is expected to outperform peers with a positive analyst outlook.
  • Upbound Group, parent of Rent-A-Center, boasts the highest dividend yield at 8%, has gained 11% in stock price, and exceeded earnings estimates with an increased free cash flow outlook.

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