Core Insights - TimesSquare Capital Management reported a gross return of 11.28% and a net return of 11.02% for its "U.S. Small Cap Growth Strategy" in Q2 2025, underperforming the Russell 2000 Growth Index which returned 11.97% [1] - The fund's performance was attributed to double-digit returns in equities driven by global economic activity [1] Company Highlights - Excelerate Energy, Inc. (NYSE:EE) is highlighted as a leading provider of liquefied natural gas (LNG) solutions, with a one-month return of -2.79% and a 52-week gain of 28.15% [2] - As of September 10, 2025, Excelerate Energy's stock closed at $23.72 per share, with a market capitalization of $2.705 billion [2] - The stock saw a 3% increase as profits exceeded expectations for Q1, prompting management to raise full-year guidance [3] Hedge Fund Interest - Excelerate Energy, Inc. was held by 29 hedge fund portfolios at the end of Q2 2025, an increase from 22 in the previous quarter [4] - Despite its potential, some analysts suggest that certain AI stocks may offer greater upside potential and lower downside risk compared to Excelerate Energy [4]