Market strategist Matt Orton has identified two under-the-radar U.S. small-cap companies that he believes have significant potential for growth. What Happened: Orton, who serves as the chief market strategist at Raymond James Investment Management, expressed his optimism about small-cap stocks in 2024. He believes that these stocks are on the verge of a significant breakthrough, reported CNBC from an interview on “Squawk Box Asia.” “I have been optimistic around small-caps this year, and it looks like we could be on the verge of an even bigger breakout,” Orton said. Despite a challenging start…