Nukkleus Added to Russell Microcap Index

Core Points - Nukkleus Inc. has been added to the Russell Microcap Index effective June 30, 2025, enhancing its visibility among institutional investors [1][4] - The company is pursuing a disciplined global M&A strategy in the Aerospace & Defense industry, focusing on acquiring mission-critical suppliers [6][7] - Nukkleus plans to acquire a 51% controlling interest in Star 26 Capital Inc., which supplies defense-related products for Israel's "Iron Dome" [2] Company Overview - Nukkleus Inc. focuses on acquiring and scaling suppliers in the defense, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing sectors, targeting Tier 2 and Tier 3 companies [6] - The company aims to modernize and expand strategic suppliers to support dual-use innovation and resilient supply chains [6] - Nukkleus combines organic growth with disciplined M&A to position itself at the core of the 21st-century defense industrial strategy [7] Industry Context - The Russell US Indexes reconstitution captures the 4,000 largest US stocks, ranking them by total market capitalization, with membership in the Russell Microcap Index lasting for one year [3] - Russell indexes are widely used by investment managers and institutional investors, serving as benchmarks for approximately $10.6 trillion in assets as of June 2024 [4]