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MSCI Inc. (NYSE: MSCI) is a provider of research-based data, analytics and indexes for the global investment community, and its news flow reflects this role in financial markets. Company announcements highlight how MSCI connects participants across the financial ecosystem with a common language, using research, data and index methodologies to help clients understand risks and opportunities and make more informed decisions.
News about MSCI often covers developments in its index business, such as index reviews and the launch of new benchmarks. For example, the company has reported results of periodic index reviews for the MSCI Equity Indexes, detailing additions and deletions across global standard, small cap, investable market and frontier markets indexes. MSCI has also announced new index offerings, including the MSCI All Country Public + Private Equity Index, which integrates public equity indexes with a modelled view of private equity based on a proprietary dataset of fund cash flows and valuations.
Another recurring theme in MSCI news is its partnerships and licensing arrangements with exchanges and trading venues. Intercontinental Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange have announced agreements with MSCI for the listing of options and the trading of futures on key MSCI benchmarks such as the MSCI Emerging Markets Index, MSCI EAFE Index, MSCI ACWI Index, MSCI World Index and MSCI USA Index. These updates are relevant for investors who use derivatives linked to MSCI indexes for risk management or exposure.
Investors following MSCI news will also see items on earnings releases, investor presentations, corporate responsibility presentations, leadership changes, debt offerings and credit facilities. Together, these updates provide insight into MSCI’s financial performance, capital structure, governance and product evolution. Tracking MSCI news can help market participants understand changes in its index families, analytics offerings and sustainability and climate products, as well as how these developments may affect benchmarks and tools used across portfolios.
MSCI Inc. (NYSE: MSCI) announced that its President and COO, Baer Pettit, will participate in a virtual fireside chat at the Barclays Global Financial Services Conference on September 14, 2021, at 12:00 PM Eastern. The event can be accessed via a live webcast available on MSCI's Investor Relations homepage. With over 50 years of expertise, MSCI provides critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community, enabling better investment decisions through enhanced analysis of risk and return.
MSCI Inc. announced the reclassification of its Pakistan Indexes from Emerging Markets to Frontier Markets, effective with the November 2021 Semi-Annual Index Review. This decision follows market feedback and indicates that while the Pakistani market meets Market Accessibility criteria, it does not satisfy Size and Liquidity requirements. Consequently, four securities are expected to be included in the Frontier Markets Index with an estimated weight of 1.90%.
Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE:ICE) has extended its partnership with MSCI (NYSE:MSCI) to launch micro-sized futures contracts based on the MSCI USA and MSCI Europe indices on October 11, 2021, in Singapore. These contracts, priced around USD 20,000, will offer Asian investors affordable access to US and European equity markets. This move enhances ICE's position as a leading venue for MSCI derivatives, complementing over 100 futures contracts already available.
MSCI (NYSE: MSCI) has signed a license agreement with Hong Kong Futures Exchange, allowing it to launch an index futures contract based on the MSCI China A 50 Connect Index, pending regulatory approvals. This agreement enhances the suite of MSCI futures and options launched by HKEX in 2020, highlighting their strategic partnership. The MSCI China A 50 Connect Index captures the performance of the 50 largest securities across all sectors, providing diversification reflecting the Chinese economy. This index can support various investment products, including ETFs and mutual funds.
MSCI Inc. (NYSE: MSCI) announced the successful completion of a private offering of $700 million in 3.250% senior unsecured notes due 2033. The proceeds will be utilized to redeem $500 million of its 5.375% senior unsecured notes due 2027 and for general corporate purposes, including potential stock buybacks and acquisitions. The notes were offered only to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A and certain non-U.S. persons under Regulation S. The offering emphasizes MSCI's strategic financial management and aims to optimize its debt structure.
MSCI Inc. (NYSE:MSCI) announced the results of the August 2021 Quarterly Index Review for various MSCI Equity Indexes. Notable changes include the addition of 20 securities and deletion of 7 from the MSCI ACWI Index. Key additions include DoorDash A and AMC Entertainment Holdings A. In the MSCI Global Islamic Index, 52 securities will be added and 30 removed, with significant additions from Cisco Systems and Novo Nordisk B. Changes are effective as of the close of August 31, 2021. No changes will be made to the MSCI Nigeria Indexes due to market accessibility issues.
On August 9, 2021, MSCI published a management presentation for investors on its website, enhancing communication with the investment community. The company specializes in decision support tools, boasting over 50 years of experience in research, data, and technology. MSCI aims to empower clients to make informed investment decisions by analyzing the key drivers of risk and return, ultimately improving portfolio management.
MSCI Inc. (NYSE: MSCI) will announce the results of its August 2021 Quarterly Index Review, which includes significant equity indexes such as the MSCI Global Standard and MSCI US REIT Index. The changes will take effect after the market closes on August 31, 2021. The full list of additions and deletions to the indexes will be available on the company's website shortly after 11:00 p.m. CEST on August 11, 2021. Detailed rebalancing information for clients will follow the summary announcement accessible on Bloomberg and Reuters.
MSCI priced a private offering of $700 million in 3.250% senior unsecured notes due 2033, settling on August 17, 2021. Interest will be paid semi-annually starting February 15, 2022, with accrual beginning August 17, 2021. The proceeds will redeem $500 million of 5.375% senior unsecured notes due 2027 and support general corporate purposes. The notes are offered under Regulation S and Rule 144A and are not registered under the Securities Act. MSCI is a leading provider of decision support tools for the investment community.
MSCI Inc. plans to issue $700 million of senior unsecured notes due 2033 in a private offering exempt from registration under the Securities Act. The funds will be used to redeem $500 million of 5.375% senior unsecured notes due 2027 and for general corporate purposes, including potential stock repurchases and acquisitions. The offering is subject to market conditions and is limited to qualified institutional buyers and certain non-U.S. persons. This press release does not constitute a notice of redemption for the 2027 notes.