MSCI Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

MSCI Inc. announced the results of its November 2022 Semi-Annual Index Review for various MSCI Equity Indexes, effective after November 30, 2022. Key highlights include the addition of 83 securities and removal of 78 from the MSCI ACWI Index. Notable additions to the MSCI World Index are Continental Resources, Ferguson, and Aspen Technology. The review also indicates substantial changes across Global Small Cap, Global Investable Market, and Global All Cap Indexes, with 291 additions and 331 deletions in the ACWI Small Cap Index alone. Accessibility issues prevent changes for Kenya, Nigeria, and Sri Lanka securities.

MSCI Inc. (NYSE: MSCI) announced that Jigar Thakkar, Chief Technology Officer, will participate in a virtual fireside chat on November 16, 2022, at 3:10 PM Eastern during the RBC Capital Markets Global TIMT Conference. The live webcast will be accessible through MSCI's Investor Relations homepage. With over 50 years of expertise, MSCI is a leader in providing decision support tools and services for global investors, enhancing transparency and improving investment processes.

MSCI Inc. will announce the results of its November 2022 Semi-Annual Index Review for various equity indexes, including Global Standard, Global Small Cap, and others, with changes effective after market close on November 30, 2022. The list of additions and deletions will be available on MSCI's website after 11:00 p.m. CET on November 10, 2022. Detailed rebalancing information will be accessible to clients immediately post-announcement. For further information, clients can visit www.msci.com.

MSCI has announced the launch of new digital-asset indexes designed to support investor analysis of risk and return opportunities in the digital assets ecosystem. These indexes will track the performance of top digital assets by market capitalization and include specific categories such as those utilizing non-proof-of-work consensus mechanisms. Developed in collaboration with Menai Financial Group and Compass Financial Technologies, the indexes aim to enhance transparency and provide systematic insights for investors. Additionally, MSCI unveiled a new classification system called datonomy for digital assets.

MSCI Inc. reported strong financial results for Q3 2022, with operating revenues of $560.6 million, an increase of 8.4% year-over-year. Recurring subscription revenues surged 17.5%, while asset-based fees declined 11.4%. The company achieved a diluted EPS of $2.68, marking a 32.0% increase. Adjusted EBITDA margin improved to 60.8%. MSCI repurchased 2,729,715 shares for approximately $1.3 billion year-to-date and declared a cash dividend of $1.25 per share for Q4 2022. The outlook for 2022 remains optimistic despite market challenges.

MSCI has launched the Institutional Client-Designed Indexes (iCDI), enabling institutional asset owners such as pension funds and sovereign wealth funds to customize their investment strategies. This initiative allows users to modify index methodologies proactively in response to evolving market conditions, rather than switching to entirely new indexes. Backed by MSCI’s data analytics, iCDIs target various investment considerations, including ESG and climate factors. This significant development aims to enhance asset allocation strategies amid current market volatility and record-high inflation challenges.

MSCI Inc. will release its third quarter 2022 results on October 25, 2022, before market opens. The earnings release, presentation, and quarterly updates will be available on the MSCI Investor Relations website. A review of the results by senior management will occur at 11:00 AM Eastern Time on the same day, accessible via webcast or phone registration. Additionally, an archived replay of the webcast will be provided shortly after the event. MSCI, a leader in investment decision tools, boasts over 50 years of industry expertise.

MSCI Inc. has launched Risk Insights, the first module of its new analytics platform, MSCI Insights, designed for institutional investors. This module automates risk analysis and reporting, enabling investors to assess portfolio risks swiftly using cloud-delivered dashboards. The platform includes historical risk data and a variety of metrics like time-series risk and stress tests. Additional modules are expected in late 2022 and 2023, enhancing MSCI’s position as a key player in investment analytics.

MSCI, a leader in investment decision support tools, announced its participation in the Barclays Global Financial Services Conference on September 12, 2022. Key executives, Eric Moen (Head of ESG and Climate) and Andy Wiechmann (CFO), will engage in a virtual fireside chat at 2:45 PM Eastern. The event will be accessible via the MSCI Investor Relations webpage. MSCI, with over 50 years of expertise, provides insights to improve transparency in the investment process.