MSCI Surges 0.68% Amid Strategic Overhaul but Ranks 263rd in Market Turnover as Volume Dips 22.86%

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Friday, Sep 19, 2025 8:02 pm ET1min read
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- MSCI rose 0.68% on Sept 19, 2025, but ranked 263rd in turnover due to 22.86% volume drop.

- Strategic updates included reduced China A-shares exposure and increased allocations to South Korea and India, effective Dec 2025.

- Analysts noted muted market reaction, with low volume indicating limited portfolio rebalancing.

- Index licensing revenue grew 15% YTD, driven by Asia-Pacific demand for ESG benchmarks.

MSCI closed on September 19, , , , . The move followed a series of strategic announcements impacting index methodology and regional weightings.

Recent updates to the

Global Index series highlighted adjustments to emerging market allocations and ESG screening criteria. The firm announced a phased reduction in China A-shares' exposure, citing regulatory uncertainties, while simultaneously increasing allocations to South Korea and India. .

Analysts noted the market's muted reaction to the news, with the modest volume suggesting limited immediate portfolio rebalancing. , .

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