The study of small-caps would suggest that some common sense analysis is worth its weight in gold. It's particularly important in the case of small-cap stocks to establish and understand the shares held by institutions and management. Use the SSG to check out any expectations of superior returns. The associated risk with small-cap investing mandate that you expect superior returns. The hunt for the needle in the haystack has its frustrations and virtues.
Success feels pretty good.
However, an improper search technique can result in some pain and waste your time. Small-cap stocks can be an effective component of a NAIC investor's portfolio. And much like the days I spent as a youth bailing hay, it seems like the job's never quite finished.