MSCI Surges 3.96% to 402nd in U.S. Trading Amid 24.22% Volume Drop

On September 11, 2025, MSCI Inc. , . . equities for the day, reflecting reduced liquidity amid strategic positioning shifts in index-related assets.

Analysts noted the move aligned with recent momentum in index provider stocks, driven by renewed demand for ESG and emerging market exposure frameworks. MSCI’s market capitalization weighting in key benchmarks and its role in global portfolio rebalancing efforts remain central to its short-term volatility profile.

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