Tag #Index Rebalancing

Why was Coinbase excluded from the S&P 500 despite meeting several eligibility criteria, and what does this indicate about the index selection process?

Inclusion in major indexes like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 carries substantial weight, influencing investment flows and market valuations. Palantir's strategic move to the Nasdaq-100 demonstrates this, while Coinbase's exclusion, despite financial strength, suggests that volatility plays a key role in index selection. The decisions reflect the balance between financial performance and risk assessment by index committees.