Observed Signal · Nov 6, 2026 · Technical Release · Source: PR Newswire: Technology News · Impact: 1/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
James Hardie Joins S&P MidCap 400
S&P Dow Jones Indices announced that James Hardie Industries plc (NYSE: JHX) will replace Roku Inc. (NASDAQ: ROKU) in the S&P MidCap 400 index. The change will be effective prior to the opening of trading on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. This replacement is a direct result of S&P 500 constituent Fox Corp. (NASDAQ: FOXA, FOX) completing its acquisition of Roku on November 6, 2026. The acquisition removes Roku from the S&P MidCap 400, and James Hardie, a building materials company, will be added to the index. This index change reflects the ongoing consolidation in the streaming and media sector, with Roku being acquired by Fox Corp., and highlights the shifting composition of major market indices.
This announcement is relevant to the AdTech industry as it reflects the changing landscape of streaming and media consolidation, with Fox Corp. acquiring Roku. However, the direct impact on advertising technology is limited, primarily affecting index composition.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- James Hardie Industries will replace Roku Inc. in the S&P MidCap 400 index effective November 11, 2026.
- Fox Corp. completed its acquisition of Roku on November 6, 2026.
- The index change is effective prior to the open of trading on Wednesday, November 11.
- James Hardie is classified in the GICS Materials sector.
- Roku is classified in the GICS Communication Services sector.
Connected Companies & Entities
2 Entities mapped“S&P 500 constituent Fox Corp. (NASD: FOXA, FOX) acquired Roku in a deal that closed today, November 6.”
“S&P 500 constituent Fox Corp. (NASD: FOXA, FOX) acquired Roku in a deal that closed today, November 6.”
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