S&P 500 Surges to New Highs While Small Caps Stagnate, Volatility Stays Low For Now
• S&P 500 continues reaching new all-time highs, up 18.7% in past 13 weeks
• Russell 2000 stock index stuck in sideways channel, facing resistance
• Initial months of election years historically volatile, but 2nd half stronger
• "Magnificent 7" mega-cap tech stocks still outperforming broader market
• Low volatility persists, but potential spike could increase market risk