thredUP set to Join Russell 3000® Index

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ThredUp Inc. (Nasdaq: TDUP) will join the Russell 3000 Index effective June 27, 2022, as part of the annual reconstitution of Russell indexes. This inclusion recognizes ThredUp's position among the 4,000 largest US stocks by market capitalization. As a member of the Russell 3000, ThredUp is also automatically included in key sub-indexes such as the Russell 1000 and Russell 2000. CEO James Reinhart stated that this milestone will enhance the company's visibility within the investment community, aligning with their mission to promote sustainable secondhand shopping.

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• Inclusion in the Russell 3000 Index enhances visibility to potential investors.
• Automatic inclusion in large-cap and small-cap indexes provides broader investment interest.
• ThredUp's membership reflects its growth and relevance in the market.

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OAKLAND, Calif., June 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ThredUp Inc. (Nasdaq: TDUP), one of the world’s largest online resale platforms for women’s and children’s apparel, shoes, and accessories, is set to join the broad-market Russell 3000 Index at the conclusion of the 2022 Russell indexes annual reconstitution, effective as of market open on June 27, 2022, according to a preliminary list of additions last posted June 17, 2022.

Annual Russell indexes reconstitution captures the 4,000 largest US stocks as of May 6, 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. thredUP is also expected to be added to the Russell Microcap Index.

“Inclusion in the Russell indexes marks an important milestone for thredUP and demonstrates the progress we have made as a public company,” said James Reinhart, CEO and co-founder of thredUP. "Our inclusion in these indexes will elevate our visibility among the investment community, bringing attention to our commitment to delivering both purpose and profit while inspiring a new generation of consumers to think secondhand first.”

Russell indexes are widely used by investment managers and institutional investors for index funds and as benchmarks for active investment strategies. Approximately $12 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 thredUP

thredUP is transforming resale with technology and a mission to inspire a new generation of consumers to think secondhand first. By making it easy to buy and sell secondhand, thredUP has become one of the world's largest online resale platforms for women's and kids' apparel, shoes and accessories. Sellers love thredUP because we make it easy to clean out their closets and unlock value for themselves or for the charity of their choice while doing good for the planet. Buyers love shopping value, premium and luxury brands all in one place, at up to 90% off estimated retail price. Our proprietary operating platform is the foundation for our managed marketplace and consists of distributed processing infrastructure, proprietary software and systems and data science expertise. With thredUP's Resale-as-a-Service, some of the world's leading brands and retailers are leveraging our platform to deliver customizable, scalable resale experiences to their customers. thredUP has processed over 125 million unique secondhand items from 35,000 brands across 100 categories. By extending the life cycle of clothing, thredUP is changing the way consumers shop and ushering in a more sustainable future for the fashion industry.

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 $20 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.

Investor Contact
Lauren Frasch
ir@thredup.com 

Media Contact
Christina Berger
media@thredup.com

FAQ

What date will ThredUp join the Russell 3000 Index?

ThredUp will join the Russell 3000 Index on June 27, 2022.

What is the significance of ThredUp's inclusion in the Russell 3000 Index?

Inclusion in the Russell 3000 Index elevates ThredUp's visibility among investors and enhances its market profile.

How is ThredUp's performance measured in the Russell indexes?

ThredUp's performance in the Russell indexes will be based on its total market capitalization as ranked by FTSE Russell.

What does ThredUp's inclusion in the Russell 3000 Index mean for investors?

It signifies potential increased attention from institutional investors and asset managers, benefiting ThredUp's market presence.