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Forian Inc. Set to Join Russell 3000® Index

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Forian Inc. will join the Russell 3000 Index effective June 28, 2021, following the annual reconstitution. This inclusion, which captures the 4,000 largest US stocks by market capitalization, means Forian is also part of the large-cap Russell 1000 or small-cap Russell 2000 Index. CEO Dan Barton highlighted this milestone emphasizes the company's innovation in healthcare and cannabis technology. Russell indexes influence $10.6 trillion in assets, making membership significant for investment management and institutional strategies.

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  • Inclusion in the Russell 3000 Index can enhance visibility and credibility among investors.
  • Belonging to the Russell 2000 Index may attract investment from funds indexed to these benchmarks.
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NEWTOWN, Pa., June 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Forian Inc. is set to join the broad-market Russell 3000® Index at the conclusion of the 2021 Russell indexes annual reconstitution, effective after the US market opens on June 28, 2021, according to a preliminary list of additions posted June 4, 2021.

Annual Russell indexes reconstitution captures the 4,000 largest US stocks as of May 7, 2021, ranking them by total market capitalization. Membership in the US all-cap Russell 3000® Index, which remains in place for one year, means automatic inclusion in the large-cap Russell 1000® Index or small-cap Russell 2000® Index as well as the appropriate growth and value style indexes. FTSE Russell determines membership for its Russell indexes primarily by objective, market-capitalization rankings and style attributes.

"Forian's inclusion in the Russell 2000® marks another exciting milestone as a publicly traded company. We are committed to our vision of bringing disruptive and innovative technology and analytic products to the healthcare and cannabis marketplaces," said Dan Barton, Chief Executive Officer of Forian.

Russell indexes are widely used by investment managers and institutional investors for index funds and as benchmarks for active investment strategies. Approximately $10.6 trillion in assets are benchmarked against Russell's US indexes. Russell indexes are part of FTSE Russell, a leading global index provider.

For more information on the Russell 3000® Index and the Russell indexes reconstitution, go to the "Russell Reconstitution" section on the FTSE Russell website.

About Forian
Forian Inc. provides a unique suite of SaaS solutions, data management capabilities and proprietary data and analytics to optimize and measure operational, clinical and financial performance for customers within the traditional and emerging life sciences, healthcare payer and provider segments, as well as cannabis dispensaries, manufacturers, cultivators and regulators. For more information, please visit the Company's website at www.forian.com.

About FTSE Russell
FTSE Russell is a global index leader that provides innovative benchmarking, analytics and data solutions for investors worldwide. FTSE Russell calculates thousands of indexes that measure and benchmark markets and asset classes in more than 70 countries, covering 98% of the investable market globally.

FTSE Russell index expertise and products are used extensively by institutional and retail investors globally. Approximately $17.9 trillion is currently benchmarked to FTSE Russell indexes. For over 30 years, leading asset owners, asset managers, ETF providers and investment banks have chosen FTSE Russell indexes to benchmark their investment performance and create ETFs, structured products and index-based derivatives.

A core set of universal principles guides FTSE Russell index design and management: a transparent rules-based methodology is informed by independent committees of leading market participants. FTSE Russell is focused on applying the highest industry standards in index design and governance and embraces the IOSCO Principles. FTSE Russell is also focused on index innovation and customer partnerships as it seeks to enhance the breadth, depth and reach of its offering.

FTSE Russell is wholly owned by London Stock Exchange Group. For more information, visit www.ftserussell.com.

Cautionary Statements Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including Section 27A of the Securities Act and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. In this context, forward-looking statements often address expected future business and financial performance and financial condition, and often contain words such as "expect," "anticipate," "intend," "plan," "believe," "seek," "see," "will," "would," "target," similar expressions and variations or negatives of these words. Forward-looking statements by their nature address matters that involve risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of Forian, and are not guarantees of future results, such as our expected inclusion in the Russell 2000 and 3000 indexes and the effect of such inclusion. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future results and are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. Accordingly, there are or will be important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated in such statements and, therefore, you should not place undue reliance on any such statements and caution must be exercised in relying on forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ include, but are not limited to, those risks and uncertainties associated with: the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Forian's business, operations, strategy and goals; Forian's ability to execute on our strategy; the timing of the introduction of new product offerings; and the additional risks and uncertainties set forth more fully under the caption "Risk Factors" in Forian's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020, as filed with the SEC on March 31, 2021, and elsewhere in Forian's filings and reports with the SEC. Forward-looking statements contained in this announcement are made as of the date hereof, and Forian undertakes no duty to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required.

Media Contact:
Josh Vlasto
917-881-9662
forian.com
josh.vlasto@forian.com

Investor Contact:
908-824-3410
forian.com/investors
ir@forian.com

 

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FAQ

What is significant about Forian joining the Russell 3000 Index on June 28, 2021?

Forian's inclusion in the Russell 3000 Index enhances its visibility and accessibility to institutional investors, potentially leading to increased investment.

How does the Russell 3000 Index impact Forian's stock performance?

Being part of the Russell 3000 Index may positively influence Forian's stock performance as it becomes eligible for investment from index tracking funds.

What are the implications of Forian being included in both Russell 2000 and Russell 3000 indexes?

Inclusion in both indexes positions Forian within broader market strategies, potentially increasing demand for its shares.

How much assets are benchmarked against Russell indexes?

Approximately $10.6 trillion in assets are benchmarked against Russell's US indexes.

What does Russell index membership mean for Forian's future?

Membership can lead to greater institutional interest and investment, aligning with Forian's growth ambitions.

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