Small-cap stocks were on investors' radar last week.
The Russell 2000 index turned in five straight days of gains for the first time since mid-July, according to CNBC analysis.
"We're in consumer staples stocks and Russell 2000 stocks," said Niles, adding that Pepsi is the fourth-largest holding in his Satori Fund's consumer staples basket.
Both Citi and Morningstar said small-cap stocks now look cheaper than the broader market.
How to play small-caps One of the more popular ways to invest in small-cap stocks is through the iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM).
Persons:
Russell, Dan Niles, CNBC's, Niles, David Bailin, Morningstar, Davidson, — CNBC's Michelle Fox, Fred Imbert
Organizations:
CNBC, Russell, Pepsi, Citi, Citi Global Wealth's, Morningstar Equity Research, Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Screen CNBC Pro
Locations:
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