Virtus KAR Small-Cap Growth Fund Q1 2026 Commentary
The Virtus KAR Small-Cap Growth Fund returned -9.88% for Class I shares in the first quarter of 2026, underperforming its benchmark index. The Russell 2000® Growth Index returned -2.81% over the same period. The fund's performance reflects challenging market conditions for small-cap growth stocks.
- ▪The Virtus KAR Small-Cap Growth Fund (Class I) returned -9.88% in Q1 2026.
- ▪The fund underperformed the Russell 2000® Growth Index, which returned -2.81% during the quarter.
- ▪Multiple share classes of the fund are available, including A, C, I, and R6 shares.
- ▪The fund focuses on small-cap growth companies within the U.S. equity market.
- ▪Market volatility and sector-specific pressures contributed to the fund's negative returns in the quarter.
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