DigitalOcean Holdings Set to Join S&P SmallCap 600

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DigitalOcean Holdings Inc. (NYSE: DOCN) will replace Agiliti Inc. (NYSE: AGTI) in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective May 7, 2024. Thomas H. Lee Partners L.P. is acquiring Agiliti. The change will be prior to the opening of trading on the effective date.

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Market Research Analyst

DigitalOcean Holdings' inclusion in the S&P SmallCap 600 is a notable development for the company and its investors. Historically, such index inclusions can lead to increased visibility and potentially heightened liquidity due to the index-tracking funds that subsequently must purchase the stock to mirror the index composition. For retail investors, this could mean an uptick in trading volume and potentially more stability in the stock's price due to diverse ownership. However, it's important to note that being added to an index doesn't inherently change a company's fundamental value. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects within the information technology sector, competitive position and financial health.

Financial Analyst

From a financial perspective, DigitalOcean's addition to the index may stimulate short-term buying pressure as mutual funds and ETFs that track the S&P SmallCap 600 adjust their portfolios. However, this effect is often temporal. Long-term investors should weigh this news against other financial metrics and performance indicators. They should evaluate DigitalOcean's revenue growth, profit margins and cash flow generation against their sector peers. It's also important to analyze how DigitalOcean is adapting to the competitive landscape in cloud infrastructure, particularly with respect to pricing pressure from larger players like AWS, Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure.

NEW YORK, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DigitalOcean Holdings Inc. (NYSE: DOCN) will replace Agiliti Inc. (NYSE: AGTI) in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the opening of trading on Tuesday, May 7. Thomas H. Lee Partners L.P. is acquiring Agiliti in a deal expected to be completed 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
May 7, 2024	S&P SmallCap 600	Addition	DigitalOcean Holdings	DOCN	Information Technology
	S&P SmallCap 600	Deletion	Agiliti	AGTI	Health Care

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FAQ

When will DigitalOcean Holdings replace Agiliti in the S&P SmallCap 600?

DigitalOcean Holdings will replace Agiliti in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective May 7, 2024.

Who is acquiring Agiliti Inc.?

Thomas H. Lee Partners L.P. is acquiring Agiliti Inc.

What sector does DigitalOcean Holdings operate in?

DigitalOcean Holdings operates in the Information Technology sector.