Inclusion Underscores AIRO’s Growth Trajectory and Market Recognition as a Leading Aerospace and Defense Innovator
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. & MONTREAL & STØVRING, Denmark & WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#AIROGroup--AIRO Group Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: AIRO) (“AIRO” or the “Company”), a diversified aerospace, advanced avionics, and defense technology company, today announced its successful inclusion in the Russell 2000® and Russell 3000® Indexes, effective upon market opening on Monday, September 22, 2025.
“AIRO’s addition to the Russell 2000® and 3000® Indexes highlights the strength of our strategy and the confidence investors are placing in our company,” said Dr. Chirinjeev Kathuria, Executive Chairman of AIRO. “It expands our visibility within the global investment community and creates a strong foundation to drive disciplined growth, broaden our shareholder base, and enhance long-term market value.”
Membership in the Russell 2000® Index, a subset of the broader Russell 3000® Index, is one of the most widely used benchmarks for U.S. small-cap equities. AIRO’s inclusion highlights the Company’s market capitalization, financial performance, and growth trajectory, while providing enhanced visibility and credibility within the investment community. It also opens access to a broader base of institutional investors, index funds, and ETFs that track these benchmarks, supporting increased liquidity and long-term shareholder value.
About AIRO
AIRO is a technologically differentiated aerospace, autonomy, and air mobility platform targeting 21st century aerospace and defense opportunities. AIRO is organized into four operating segments, each of which represents a critical growth vector in the aerospace and defense market: Drones, Avionics, Training, and Electric Air Mobility.
Forward-Looking Statements
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AIRO Group Holdings, Inc.
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