Lennox Joins S&P 500 Index

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Lennox (NYSE: LII), a leading provider of innovative climate control solutions, has announced its inclusion in the S&P 500 Index, effective prior to the opening of trading. This milestone reflects the company's sustained growth and innovation in HVACR products. The S&P 500, widely recognized as the premier gauge of the U.S. large-cap market, includes 500 leading companies across all sectors. Selection criteria include market capitalization, financial performance, and economic contribution.

CEO Alok Maskara highlighted this achievement as a testament to their growth strategy and stakeholder trust, marking 130 years of industry leadership. The company emphasizes its core values of Integrity, Respect, and Excellence in this transformation.

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• Inclusion in the S&P 500 Index, increasing visibility and potential institutional investment
• Recognition of sustained growth and financial performance
• Enhanced market status as part of elite large-cap companies

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Lennox announces its listing on the flagship S&P 500 index, highlighting the company's growth, innovation, and industry leadership in climate control solutions.

DALLAS, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lennox (NYSE: LII), a leading provider of innovative climate control solutions, announced today its inclusion in the S&P 500 Index, effective prior to the opening of trading. This milestone recognizes the company's sustained growth, innovation, and dedication to delivering advanced HVACR products that prioritize comfort and efficiency.

Widely recognized as the best single gauge of the U.S. large-cap market, the S&P 500 measures the performance of 500 of the leading companies spanning all sectors of the U.S stock market. Inclusion in the index is determined by factors such as market capitalization, financial performance, and overall contribution to the economy, underscoring the success of Lennox in delivering value to shareholders and driving innovation.

"Joining the S&P 500 is a testament to the success of our growth strategy and the trust placed in Lennox by our stakeholders," said Lennox CEO Alok Maskara. "As we celebrate 130 years of industry leadership, this recognition highlights the strength of our team, the transformation of our company, and the enduring legacy of our core values: Integrity, Respect, and Excellence. This achievement would not have been reached without the dedication of our talented team. We look forward to continuing to advance innovation in our industry and drive growth." 

ABOUT LENNOX

Lennox (NYSE: LII) is a leader in energy-efficient climate-control solutions. Dedicated to sustainability and creating comfortable and healthier environments for our residential and commercial customers while reducing their carbon footprint, we lead the field in innovation with our cooling, heating, indoor air quality, and refrigeration systems. Additional information on Lennox is available at www.lennox.com.

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FAQ

When will Lennox (LII) join the S&P 500 Index?

Lennox will join the S&P 500 Index effective prior to the opening of trading on December 23, 2024.

What criteria did Lennox (LII) meet to join the S&P 500?

Lennox met criteria including market capitalization, financial performance, and overall contribution to the economy.

How will joining the S&P 500 impact Lennox (LII) stock?

Joining the S&P 500 typically increases a company's visibility, potentially attracting more institutional investors and index funds that track the S&P 500.

How long has Lennox (LII) been in business?

According to the announcement, Lennox has been in business for 130 years, demonstrating long-term industry leadership.