Avid Bioservices Set to Join S&P SmallCap 600
Avid Bioservices will be added to the S&P SmallCap 600 on October 29, 2021, replacing Cadence Bancorporation, which is being acquired by BancorpSouth Bank.
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Avid Bioservices will be added to the S&P SmallCap 600 on October 29, 2021, replacing Cadence Bancorporation, which is being acquired by BancorpSouth Bank. This transition indicates a positive shift for Avid Bioservices as it moves into a more prominent index, potentially attracting more investment and improving liquidity. The acquisition of Cadence Bancorporation is expected to close around the same date, pending final conditions.
Positive
- Inclusion in the S&P SmallCap 600 may enhance visibility and attract investment for Avid Bioservices (CDMO).
Negative
- Cadence Bancorporation (CADE) will be removed from the index, indicating a loss of market presence.
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NEW YORK, Oct. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Avid Bioservices Inc. (NASD: CDMO) will replace Cadence Bancorporation (NYSE: CADE) in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the opening of trading on Friday, October 29. S&P MidCap 400 constituent BancorpSouth Bank (NYSE: BXS) is acquiring Cadence Bancorporation in a deal expected to close on or about that date pending final conditions.
Following is a summary of the changes that will take place prior to the open of trading on the effective date:
Effective Date | Index Name | Action | Company Name | Ticker | GICS Sector |
October 29, 2021 | S&P SmallCap 600 | Addition | Avid Bioservices | CDMO | Health Care |
S&P SmallCap 600 | Deletion | Cadence Bancorporation | CADE | Financials |
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