MSCI Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

MSCI Inc. has appointed Nick Mihic as Managing Director, Head of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland Client Coverage. Based in Zurich, Mihic will oversee commercial activities and key client relationships in the region, reporting to Axel Kilian, Head of Client Coverage, EMEA. With over 20 years in financial services, including leadership roles at J.P. Morgan, he aims to deliver innovative solutions amidst market uncertainty. Mihic’s extensive experience and industry insight are expected to enhance MSCI's service offerings for asset owners and managers in the DACH region.

Offerpad has appointed Steve Johnson as its new Chief Operating Officer following the recent hires of David Connelly and Ben Aronovitch to further strengthen its executive team. Johnson, formerly of MSCI, brings extensive experience in operational efficiency and growth strategies. His focus will be on enhancing Offerpad’s Product team and driving technological innovations that distinguish the company in the real estate market. The executive additions aim to prepare Offerpad for significant growth through Q4 2020 and into 2021.

MSCI Inc. has formed a strategic alliance with Bolsa de Valores de Colombia (bvc) to launch the MSCI COLCAP Index in the first half of 2021. This new index aims to enhance transparency and consistency within the Colombian equity market, replacing the previous Colombia COLCAP Index. Utilizing MSCI's Global Investable Market Indexes Methodology, the MSCI COLCAP Index tracks securities traded on the bvc, solidifying Colombia's appeal to international investors. Both companies express optimism about strengthening market transparency and investment potential.

MSCI Inc. announced the results of its November 2020 Semi-Annual Index Review, affecting various MSCI Equity Indexes. Key changes include Kuwait's reclassification from Frontier to Emerging Markets, adding seven Kuwaiti securities to the Emerging Markets Index with a total weight of 0.58%. Additionally, 141 securities will be added and 135 deleted from the MSCI ACWI Index. Major additions include Chewy A, Zillow Group A, and Kotak Mahindra Bank. The review also impacts MSCI Global Small Cap, Global All Cap, and US Equity Indexes with significant additions and deletions.

MSCI Inc. (NYSE: MSCI) recently released an investor presentation on its website, aimed at enhancing communication with the investment community. The presentation will be utilized by the company’s management in investor meetings. MSCI is recognized as a key provider of decision support tools for investors, leveraging over 45 years of expertise. The firm's focus on research and technology enables clients to identify and analyze critical risk and return factors, ultimately aiding in more informed investment decisions.

MSCI Inc. (NYSE: MSCI) is set to announce results from its November 2020 Semi-Annual Index Review, which will include updates to various equity indexes such as the MSCI Global Standard and MSCI US REIT Index. The announcement will take place on November 10, 2020, with updates posted on MSCI's website shortly after. The changes will be effective as of November 30, 2020, impacting how companies are represented in MSCI's indexes. Detailed rebalancing information will be available to clients post-announcement, enhancing transparency for investors.

MSCI reported third-quarter 2020 results with operating revenues of $425.3 million, up 7.9% year-over-year. Recurring subscription revenues rose 8.7%, while diluted EPS increased by 35.0% to $2.16. The company maintained a strong operating margin of 53.5% and adjusted EBITDA margin of 58.6%. Share repurchases totaled $257.6 million year-to-date, and a quarterly dividend of $0.78 per share was announced. FY 2020 guidance was adjusted, indicating positive free cash flow expectations of $650 to $700 million.

MSCI has launched the MSCI Climate Paris Aligned Index Suite, expanding its climate indexes to aid investors in managing climate-related risks. This new suite comprises eight indexes designed to align with the 1.5-degree warming scenario set by the Paris Agreement, incorporating climate data including scope 3 emissions and green revenues. The creation of these indexes reflects the rising demand for ESG solutions, as institutional investors seek to implement broader climate strategies that address systemic global change.