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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) has announced a strategic collaboration with PNC Bank to provide PNC's financial advisors access to MSCI Wealth Manager, a comprehensive digital platform for wealth management.
The platform integrates portfolio construction, model management, analytics, and client proposal generation into a single solution. Built on MSCI's multi-asset class risk model, it enables advisors to identify portfolio risks, align investments with client goals, and provide personalized financial advice at scale.
Key features include transparent multi-asset analytics, risk decomposition tools, outcome-based investment insights, sustainability coverage, and the ability to analyze portfolio data through direct statement uploads.
MSCI Inc. (NYSE: MSCI) has announced its August 2025 Index Review results for MSCI Equity Indexes, with implementation scheduled for August 26, 2025. The review includes significant changes across multiple indexes, with 42 additions and 56 deletions from the MSCI ACWI Index.
Key additions to the MSCI World Index include Rocket Lab Corp, SoFi Technologies, and Affirm Holdings A from the USA. The MSCI Emerging Markets Index will add China CITIC Bank A, Dian Swastatika Sentosa, and Laopu Gold H. The MSCI Frontier Markets Index will see 9 additions and 4 deletions, with FPT Corp, Asyad Shipping Company, and Société Générale de Banques en Côte d'Ivoire as major additions.
MSCI Inc. (NYSE: MSCI) has announced the pricing of its $1.25 billion senior unsecured notes offering due 2035. The notes carry a 5.250% interest rate, payable semi-annually starting March 1, 2026, with an issue price of 99.417%.
The offering is expected to settle on August 8, 2025. MSCI plans to use the proceeds to repay outstanding revolving credit facility borrowings, cover related expenses, and for general corporate purposes, including potential stock repurchases, investments, and acquisitions. The offering is being led by J.P. Morgan and BofA Securities as lead book-running managers, with several other financial institutions participating as joint book-running managers and co-managers.
MSCI Inc. (NYSE: MSCI) has announced the launch of a senior unsecured notes offering through a registered public offering. The company plans to use the proceeds to repay outstanding borrowings under its revolving credit facility and cover related expenses, with remaining funds allocated for general corporate purposes including potential share repurchases, investments, and acquisitions.
J.P. Morgan and BofA Securities are serving as joint book-running managers for the offering. The offering is subject to market conditions and will be conducted under MSCI's effective registration statement filed with the SEC on March 8, 2024.
MSCI Inc. (NYSE: MSCI) has introduced two new data analytics solutions for General Partners (GPs): Private Asset and Deal Metrics and RCA Funds. The Private Asset and Deal Metrics solution leverages data from over 26,000 private equity buyout deals worth $2 trillion in net asset value, enabling GPs to benchmark performance and validate investment strategies.
RCA Funds provides intelligence on institutional real estate funds, featuring profiles of over 1,600 GPs and 800 LPs, covering more than 8,000 real-estate funds. These solutions address key challenges identified in MSCI's GP Survey, where over half of respondents reported difficulties finding attractive deals, and one-third cited fundraising as a top challenge.
MSCI Inc. (NYSE:MSCI) has scheduled the announcement of its August 2025 Index Review results for August 07, 2025. The review encompasses multiple key indexes including the MSCI Global Standard, Global Small Cap, Micro Cap, Global Value and Growth, Frontier Markets, US Equity, and China indexes.
The changes resulting from this review will be implemented at the close of August 26, 2025. The announcement will be made public at 11:00 p.m. CEST on MSCI's website, with summaries available on Bloomberg (MSCN) and Reuters (MSCIA). Detailed rebalancing information will be accessible to MSCI clients through the subscriber section.
MSCI (NYSE:MSCI) reported strong Q2 2025 financial results with operating revenues of $772.7 million, up 9.1% year-over-year. The company achieved notable metrics including: operating margin of 55.0%, diluted EPS of $3.92 (up 16.3%), and adjusted EBITDA margin of 61.4%.
Key performance indicators showed robust growth across segments: Index revenues increased 9.5% to $434.8 million, Analytics revenues grew 7.1% to $177.7 million, and Sustainability and Climate revenues rose 11.3% to $88.9 million. The company maintained a strong retention rate of 94.4% and total Run Rate reached $3.1 billion, up 10.7%.
MSCI returned capital to shareholders through $131.2 million in share repurchases and declared a quarterly dividend of $1.80 per share.
MSCI (NYSE:MSCI) announced that assets in ETFs tracking its global equity indexes have exceeded $2 trillion, marking a 17% growth since early 2025. The company's indexes serve as benchmarks for over $17 trillion in total assets, including non-ETF products and other asset classes.
Growth has been primarily driven by investor interest in developed markets outside the U.S. and emerging markets. MSCI currently provides over 246,000 equity indexes across various categories, with more than 1,400 equity ETFs linked to their indexes.
MSCI Inc. (NYSE: MSCI) has scheduled its second quarter 2025 earnings release and conference call. The company will release its Q2 2025 results on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, before market open, followed by a management conference call at 11:00 AM Eastern Time the same day.
The earnings materials, including the release, presentation, and quarterly update, will be available on MSCI's Investor Relations website. Interested parties can access the live webcast through the events and presentations section of MSCI's IR website, while those preferring to join by phone must register in advance to receive a unique PIN.
MSCI Inc. (NYSE: MSCI) has announced its 2025 Market Classification Review results, highlighting several key market developments. Bulgaria's potential reclassification to Frontier Market status consultation has been extended to 2026 due to market accessibility concerns. For Korea, while recent FX reforms and market improvements were noted, MSCI continues to evaluate if these changes meet Developed Market standards.
Greece has shown improvements in clearing, settlement, and short-selling criteria, though it faces new size and liquidity persistency requirements. For Bangladesh, despite removal of floor prices for most securities and improved FX liquidity, special treatment measures remain due to ongoing investability concerns.