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AstraZeneca PLC – ADR to Join the NASDAQ-100 Index Beginning February 22, 2022

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On February 10, 2022, Nasdaq announced that AstraZeneca PLC – ADR (Nasdaq: AZN) will be added to the NASDAQ-100 Index® and the NASDAQ-100 Equal Weighted Index on February 22, 2022. This move follows AstraZeneca's replacement of Xilinx, Inc. (Nasdaq: XLNX) in these indices, indicating a significant shift in the market composition. Investors and analysts may view this inclusion as a reflection of AstraZeneca's growing market relevance.

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  • AstraZeneca's inclusion in the NASDAQ-100 Index® highlights its market strength.
  • Replacement of Xilinx suggests a positive outlook for AstraZeneca among index managers.
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NEW YORK, Feb. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nasdaq (Nasdaq: NDAQ) today announced that AstraZeneca PLC – ADR (Nasdaq: AZN), will become a component of the NASDAQ-100 Index® (Nasdaq: NDX) and the NASDAQ-100 Equal Weighted Index (Nasdaq: NDXE) prior to market open on Tuesday, February 22, 2022. AstraZeneca PLC – ADR will replace Xilinx, Inc. (Nasdaq: XLNX) in the NASDAQ-100 Index® and the NASDAQ-100 Equal Weighted Index.

For more information about the company, go to https://www.astrazeneca.com.

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What date will AstraZeneca be added to the NASDAQ-100 Index?

AstraZeneca will be added to the NASDAQ-100 Index on February 22, 2022.

Which company is AstraZeneca replacing in the NASDAQ-100 Index?

AstraZeneca is replacing Xilinx, Inc. in the NASDAQ-100 Index.

What is the stock symbol for Nasdaq?

The stock symbol for Nasdaq is NDAQ.

What are the implications of AstraZeneca joining the NASDAQ-100 Index?

AstraZeneca's inclusion may enhance its visibility and trading volume, reflecting its market strength.

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