1. a company with a market capitalization typically between $50 million and $300 million
Usage: finance; investing

1. relating to or denoting a company or stock with a very small market capitalization
Usage: finance; investing

Examples

• Microcap stocks are often considered riskier investments than blue-chip stocks.
• The fund specializes in microcap companies with strong growth potential.
• Investors should conduct thorough research before buying microcap shares.
• Many microcap stocks trade on over-the-counter markets rather than major exchanges.
• The microcap sector can offer significant returns but also carries higher volatility.
• She decided to diversify her portfolio by adding a few microcap positions.