All Brands Owned by MSCI Inc.

Is MSCI owned by Morgan Stanley?

No. Morgan Stanley developed the business internally and spun it off through a 2007 initial public offering. Morgan Stanley distributed its remaining shares to its own shareholders in 2009. MSCI has operated as an independent public company since that time and trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker MSCI.

What does MSCI actually sell?

MSCI sells index licenses, risk and portfolio analytics software, sustainability and climate data, and private market intelligence. Asset managers use its indexes as benchmarks and as the basis for ETFs. Portfolio managers use its risk models and analytics to measure exposure. Institutional investors use its ESG and climate data for regulatory reporting and investment decisions.

How much revenue does MSCI generate?

MSCI reported approximately $2.9 billion in operating revenues for fiscal 2025, which ended December 31, 2025. The Index segment contributed 57.0% of revenues, the Analytics segment contributed 22.8%, and the remaining segments accounted for the balance. Revenue grew from approximately $2.6 billion in fiscal 2024.

Why is BlackRock so important to MSCI?

BlackRock is MSCI's largest client because iShares ETFs managed by BlackRock are licensed to track MSCI indexes. Fees on assets in those ETFs flow to MSCI as asset-based fees. In fiscal 2025, BlackRock accounted for 10.8% of consolidated operating revenues, with 96.5% of that revenue tied to index-based products. This relationship is a major source of revenue but also a concentration risk.

Is MSCI the same as MSCI Inc. and Morgan Stanley Capital International?

Yes. MSCI Inc. is the current legal name. The business originated as Morgan Stanley Capital International inside Morgan Stanley. After the 2007 IPO and the 2009 distribution of remaining shares, the company adopted the MSCI Inc. name and became independent. The ticker MSCI on the New York Stock Exchange refers to MSCI Inc.

Does MSCI pay a dividend?

Yes. As of August 2026, MSCI pays a quarterly dividend of $2.05 per share, equivalent to an annual rate of $8.20. The dividend yield is approximately 1.45% based on the August 2026 share price. The company also repurchases shares, spending $2.47 billion on buybacks in fiscal 2025 and through January 2026.

How many employees does MSCI have?

MSCI had 6,268 employees as of December 31, 2025, a 2.2% increase from the prior year. Approximately 29% of employees are located in developed markets and 71% in emerging market locations. The workforce is distributed across offices in major financial centers worldwide.