Coherent to Join the S&P 500

SAXONBURG, PA, February 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Coherent Corp. (NYSE: COHR) (“Coherent,” “We,” or the “Company”), a global leader in photonics, today announced it will join the S&P 500 index, effective Monday, March 23.

Jim Anderson, CEO, said, “Joining the S&P 500 is a testament to the strength of our team, the power of our technology portfolio, and the trust our customers have placed in us. As optical interconnects and photonic solutions become foundational to scaling next-generation AI data center infrastructure, Coherent is uniquely positioned to drive innovation and deliver enhanced value to our shareholders.”

Regarded as the leading benchmark for U.S. large-cap equities, the S&P 500 tracks prominent companies across every major sector of the American economy. Admission is based on criteria including market capitalization, financial strength and industry representation. Coherent’s inclusion reflects the strength of its strategy, consistent execution and its growing role in enabling the critical technologies that drive global innovation.