Group 1 - Small cap stocks have had a mixed performance in 2025, but there is potential for improvement driven by rising global electricity demand, particularly from AI data centers, semiconductors, EVs, and buildings [1][2] - Smaller companies are positioned to innovate in areas such as supply chain management and battery technology, with nuclear power being highlighted as a sector where small cap firms could present exciting investment opportunities [2][3] - The performance of small caps may outperform large caps due to their concentrated focus on specific areas, allowing them to benefit significantly from surges in demand [3] Group 2 - The Avantis International Small Cap Value ETF (AVDV) is suggested as a strong candidate for investment, with a low fee of 36 basis points and a year-to-date return of 38%, outperforming its category average [3]