Allspring SMID Cap Growth Fund Q1 2026: Who Moved The Needle

The Allspring SMID Cap Growth Fund underperformed the Russell 2500 Growth Index benchmark during the first quarter that ended March 31, 2026. Carpenter Technology is benefiting from increased production rates at Boeing and recent regulatory approvals that are driving demand for mission-critical materials and components. As one of only a few contractors capable of building large-scale power plants, Argan benefits from pricing power and strong demand across both gas-fired and renewable projects tied to grid modernization.