Cap-size research: No small numbers

Investigating the source of small-cap companies’ biggest challenges.
Around 18 months ago I attended the IR Magazine winter think tank in London. One of the sessions addressed the issue of dealing with sell-side analysts, and much of the conversation focused on having too many analysts and whether the market could be better informed about a company if that firm had fewer analysts covering it.
I remember thinking at the time how alien this conversation would sound to IROs at small-cap companies: for many of them, the very idea of having too many analysts covering their company would . . .

RESERVED FOR ADVANCED SUBSCRIBERS

Sign in or upgrade to our My IR – Advanced to access this exclusive content. Gain access to expert research, best practices and exclusive intelligence designed for senior IR professionals, team leaders and those transitioning from the sell-side.

Subscribe now for everything in our free plan, plus:

  • The latest IR benchmarking practice and salary reports
  • Regional IR rankings with buy side and sell-side insights
  • Instant benchmarking tool
  • Access to our full library of IR deep dives, webinars and playbooks
  • Exclusive CFO perspectives and boardroom strategies
  • 6 brand new masterclasses a year with top experts
  • Access to 35+ years of best practice, data, research and analysis
  • 20% off forums & 5% off awards

Upgrade now to make a real impact in your organization.

Upcoming events

  • Awards – Europe
    Thursday, June 18, 2026

    Awards – Europe

    About the event The IR Impact Awards – Europe takes place on Thursday, June 18, 2026 in London. This very special event honors excellence in the investor relations profession across Europe and we are excited to welcome everyone for an evening of fine food and lots of celebrating! WHEN WHERE…

    London, UK
  • Think Tank – Europe
    Thursday, June 18, 2026

    Think Tank – Europe

    About the event The IR Impact Think Tank – Europe will take place on Thursday, June 18, 2026 in London and exclusively for senior IR officers. Our think tanks are free to attend and our unique format enables participants to network extensively, discuss, debate and dissect topical issues affecting today’s…

    London, UK
  • Forum – AI & Technology
    Thursday, November 12, 2026

    Forum – AI & Technology

    About the event As more investors and corporate communication teams embrace AI, machine learning and emerging technologies to inform their decision making, investor relations professionals are facing a pivotal moment: adapt and lead, or risk falling behind. At this fast-moving stage of adoption, IR teams are asking important questions regarding…

    New York, US

Explore

Andy White, Freelance WordPress Developer London