Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2026-07-21
MSCI Inc. Reports Strong Q2 2026 Financial Results and Updates Guidance
MSCI Inc. reported strong financial results for the second quarter and six months ended June 30, 2026, with operating revenues of $867.0 million, up 12.2%, and net income of $342.0 million, up 12.6%. The company also updated its full-year 2026 guidance, anticipating operating expenses between $1,535 million and $1,575 million, and adjusted EBITDA expenses between $1,340 million and $1,370 million. MSCI also declared a cash dividend of $2.05 per share for the third quarter 2026, payable on August 28, 2026.
- Filer
- MSCI Inc. MSCI · NYSE
- Filed
- Accession
- 0001408198-26-000044
- CIK
- 0001408198
- Signal
- Medium impactFinancial Services
- Source
- Official filing on sec.gov ↗
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$625.11
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About MSCI Inc.
MSCI Inc. is a global provider of investment decision support tools, offering products and services that include indices, portfolio risk, and performance analytics. The company's indices, such as the MSCI World, MSCI Emerging Markets, and MSCI EAFE, serve as key benchmarks for international equity markets and are widely utilized by institutional investors and asset managers for portfolio management and performance measurement. MSCI's offerings are critical in the construction and management of both active and passive investment portfolios, impacting sectors across the financial industry. Headquartered in New York City, MSCI supports investment decisions by integrating financial modeling tools, data metrics, and ethical analysis, including Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) ratings, to help investors better manage risk and improve transparency. Its extensive global reach and innovative solutions play a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of financial investment strategies worldwide.
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