Small Cap Bootcamp™ - Consumer Discretionary Sector

Perception vs. Reality - Why Interest Rate Concerns Frequently Drive Unnecessary Rotations Among Equity Market Capitalization Categories There is a common misperception that small and micro-cap stocks are adversely affected by rising yields. Looking back at data over the last 30 years may prove otherwise. Once again small and micro-cap stock prices are trending higher and as such Eric Kuby (Chief Investment Officer) is joined by Brooke Kuby (Analyst) to discuss the micro and macro attributes of companies in this asset class and how they may fair during another period of rising yields. In the second half of the episode, Eric and Brooke tackle the second sector in the Small Cap Bootcamp™ series: the Consumer Discretionary sector. This group includes retailers and e-tailers, media and entertainment companies, and restaurants. Listeners will learn how this sector has performed over time compared to the broad Russell 2000 Index, what valuation metrics and methodologies are relevant to consumer-centric stocks, and how North Star tracks niche macroeconomic indicators -- such as Country Music Radio popularity -- to develop a deeper understanding of various end-markets. The next episode in the Small Cap Bootcamp™ will be evaluating the Industrials sector. Please submit your questions regarding any sector to [email protected].