Diebold Nixdorf Set to Join S&P SmallCap 600

Rhea-AI Summary

Diebold Nixdorf (NYSE: DBD) will be added to the S&P SmallCap 600, replacing Sealed Air (NYSE: SEE) effective prior to the opening of trading on April 10, 2026. The change follows Sealed Air's acquisition expected to close April 9, 2026.

The table of changes lists the addition of Diebold Nixdorf to Information Technology and the deletion of Sealed Air from Materials.

Positive

• Index inclusion: Addition to S&P SmallCap 600 effective April 10, 2026

Negative

• None.

News Market Reaction – SEE

+0.02%

1 alert

+0.02% News Effect

On the day this news was published, SEE gained 0.02%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

Index size: 600 Effective date: April 10, 2026 Deal completion date: April 9

3 metrics

Index size 600 S&P SmallCap 600 index member count in article name

Effective date April 10, 2026 Date DBD joins and SEE exits S&P SmallCap 600

Deal completion date April 9 Expected closing date of CD&R acquisition of Sealed Air

Market Reality Check

Price: $42.15 Vol: Volume 4,063,775 is 1.23x...

normal vol

$42.15 Last Close

Volume Volume 4,063,775 is 1.23x the 20-day average of 3,290,590. normal

Technical Price 42.14 is trading above the 200-day MA at 37.22.

Peers on Argus

SEE was near its deal price while key packaging peers showed mixed modest moves ...

SEE was near its deal price while key packaging peers showed mixed modest moves (e.g., SLGN +0.59%, SON +0.45%, GPK -0.10%), suggesting stock-specific dynamics tied to the pending acquisition and index removal rather than a broad sector move.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Mar 23 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Mar 23	Regulatory approvals	Positive	+0.1%	All regulatory approvals obtained for CD&R acquisition, confirming closing path.
Mar 02	Earnings and deal	Positive	+0.2%	Q4 and 2025 results plus all-cash CD&R acquisition at $42.15 per share.
Feb 25	Shareholder approval	Positive	-0.1%	Stockholders approve acquisition by CD&R and related proposals.
Feb 16	Dividend declaration	Positive	+0.1%	Company declares $0.20 quarterly cash dividend with set record and pay dates.
Jan 26	Brand promotion	Neutral	+0.1%	Marketing-focused Bubble Wrap® Appreciation Day and sustainability messaging.

Pattern Detected

Recent news has centered on the all-cash CD&R acquisition, with generally small but mostly positive price reactions to deal milestones and earnings updates.

Recent Company History

Over the past several months, Sealed Air has progressed through its sale to CD&R, from stockholder approval on Feb. 25, 2026 to securing all regulatory approvals on Mar. 23, 2026. Earnings on Mar. 2, 2026 highlighted 2025 performance and reiterated the $42.15 per-share cash deal. A regular dividend and brand-focused news rounded out disclosures. Today’s index deletion, linked to the closing of the acquisition, follows this path toward privatization and NYSE delisting.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement confirms that Sealed Air will be deleted from the S&P SmallCap 600 as its all-cash...

Analysis

This announcement confirms that Sealed Air will be deleted from the S&P SmallCap 600 as its all-cash acquisition by CD&R nears completion. The stock had been trading near the agreed $42.15 per-share price, with prior news covering regulatory clearances, shareholder approval and 2025 earnings. Investors monitoring SEE may focus on closing timing, delisting logistics, and any remaining conditions tied to the transaction’s finalization.

Key Terms

s&p smallcap 600, gics sector

2 terms

s&p smallcap 600 financial

"Diebold Nixdorf Inc. (NYSE: DBD) will replace Sealed Air Corp. (NYSE: SEE) in the S&P SmallCap 600"

A stock market index made up of 600 small-cap U.S. companies chosen to represent the performance of smaller publicly traded firms. It matters to investors because it acts like a temperature gauge for the small-company segment of the market, serving as a benchmark for fund managers, a basis for index funds and ETFs, and a way to compare returns and risk when building a diversified portfolio.

gics sector financial

"Effective Date | Index Name | Action | Company Name | Ticker | GICS Sector"

GICS sector is one of the major industry groupings from the Global Industry Classification Standard, a system that sorts companies into consistent categories (like Technology or Health Care) based on the primary business they do. Investors use these sectors like folders in a filing cabinet to compare companies, build diversified portfolios, and track how whole parts of the market are performing rather than focusing on single stocks.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

NEW YORK, April 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Diebold Nixdorf Inc. (NYSE: DBD) will replace Sealed Air Corp. (NYSE: SEE) in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the opening of trading on Friday, April 10. Clayton, Dubilier & Rice LLC is acquiring Sealed Air in a deal expected to be completed April 9.

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
April 10, 2026	S&P SmallCap 600	Addition	Diebold Nixdorf	DBD	Information Technology
April 10, 2026	S&P SmallCap 600	Deletion	Sealed Air	SEE	Materials

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FAQ

Will Diebold Nixdorf (DBD) join the S&P SmallCap 600 and when will the addition take effect?

Yes — Diebold Nixdorf (DBD) will join the S&P SmallCap 600 prior to the open on April 10, 2026. According to S&P Dow Jones Indices, the change replaces Sealed Air (SEE) and follows Sealed Air's expected acquisition closing on April 9, 2026.

What does the S&P SmallCap 600 addition mean for Diebold Nixdorf (DBD) shareholders?

Inclusion may increase passive demand and visibility for Diebold Nixdorf (DBD) among index funds and ETFs. According to S&P Dow Jones Indices, index rebalances typically prompt tracking funds to adjust holdings around the effective date.

Will index funds and ETFs buy Diebold Nixdorf (DBD) shares when it joins the S&P SmallCap 600?

Many S&P SmallCap 600-tracking funds are likely to buy DBD shares around the effective date. According to S&P Dow Jones Indices, funds that track the index generally rebalance holdings to reflect additions and deletions at reconstitution.

How might Diebold Nixdorf (DBD) liquidity and trading volume change after the April 10, 2026 inclusion?

Liquidity and trading volume for DBD could increase as index funds and passive strategies adjust positions. According to S&P Dow Jones Indices, additions often draw incremental institutional and ETF interest around the reconstitution date.

Why is Sealed Air (SEE) being removed and how does that relate to Diebold Nixdorf (DBD)'s addition?

Sealed Air (SEE) is being removed due to its acquisition expected to close April 9, 2026, creating the vacancy. According to S&P Dow Jones Indices, Diebold Nixdorf (DBD) is named as the replacement effective April 10, 2026.

Where can investors find the official notice about Diebold Nixdorf (DBD) joining the S&P SmallCap 600?

Investors can view the official reconstitution notice from S&P Dow Jones Indices for details on effective dates and actions. According to S&P Dow Jones Indices, the notice lists the April 10, 2026 addition of DBD and deletion of SEE.