Brazilian equity markets are entering a potential rotation phase where small-cap stocks could outperform their large-cap peers, according to a new market outlook from Trade ao Vivo.

André Moraes, founder and CEO of the investment firm, stated that while blue-chip names are likely to lead the initial leg of any new bullish trend, the greatest opportunities for investors are expected to materialize subsequently among smaller companies.

This view suggests a shift in market leadership from the established giants that have dominated recent performance to a broader segment of the market.

The commentary aligns with a wider global trend where small and mid-cap equities are attracting renewed investor attention.

Recent data indicates that small-cap stocks are entering a phase of potential outperformance after enduring a prolonged period of underperformance relative to large-cap peers.

In markets such as Singapore, this shift has been driven by corporate actions like share buybacks, signaling that boards increasingly believe valuations are attractive.