Group 1 - Conestoga Capital Advisors reported a -1.4% return for its Small Cap Composite in Q3 2025, underperforming the Russell 2000 Growth Index, which gained 12.2% [1] - The equity markets reached new all-time highs in Q3 2025, continuing the momentum that began in early April [1] - The gains in the Russell 2000 Growth Index were primarily driven by low-quality stocks, particularly unprofitable, high-beta names [1] Group 2 - Hillman Solutions Corp. (NASDAQ:HLMN) experienced a one-month return of -0.64% and a 52-week loss of 13.06%, closing at $9.32 per share with a market capitalization of $1.842 billion on October 17, 2025 [2] - Hillman Solutions Corp. is recognized as a leading provider of hardware and protective solutions, with resilient demand for its products despite a mixed retail environment [3] - The company reported net sales of $402.8 million in Q2 2025, reflecting a 6.2% increase compared to Q2 2024, and improved free cash flow through cost efficiencies and better working capital management [4]