"Discover 100 Hidden U.S. Small-Cap Treasures: From Coconut Water to Glassmaking and Plushies"
Small-cap stocks in the U.S. have faced challenges this year, but there are still success stories in this volatile market segment. Vita Coco, the dominant coconut water brand in the U.S., has experienced significant growth since its founding in 2004, with sales up 14% in the last 12 months. Glassmaker Tecnoglass and liquefied petroleum natural gas shipping company Dorian LPG are also among the top-performing small-cap companies. Retail and entertainment names like Dave & Buster's and Build-A-Bear Workshop have also seen strong growth. Despite the current challenges, investors believe that small-cap stocks will rebound in the long term.