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Stocks•29 June 2026•

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UMH Properties Added to Russell 2000 Value-Defensive Index; Passive Inflows Expected

Key Facts

1UMH Properties was added to the Russell 2000 Value-Defensive Index following the FTSE Russell index reconstitution effective June 26, 2026.

In a move that underscores the importance of index membership for attracting capital, UMH Properties announced its addition to the Russell 2000 Value-Defensive Index as part of FTSE Russell's regular reconstitution effective June 26, 2026. According to a company press release, the inclusion may drive passive inflows from exchange-traded funds tracking the benchmark.

The announcement follows the stock's closing price of $15.45 on June 26, per market data. Analysts view the addition to a quality-focused, low-volatility index as a catalyst for institutional demand, especially as UMH continues to expand its manufactured home community portfolio. However, the impact is expected to be moderate given the company's mid-cap scale and the niche nature of the index.

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