MSCI Inc.

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About MSCI Inc.

MSCI Inc. is a leading provider of investment decision support tools, including data, analytics, indexes, and risk management solutions for institutional investors worldwide. It calculates nearly 300,000 equity and fixed income indexes daily, integrating factors such as thematic insights and sustainability considerations to help clients benchmark performance and construct portfolios across public markets. MSCI Inc. offers pioneering solutions for private assets, featuring one of the world’s largest collections of private capital data, alongside advanced risk analytics for real-time assessment of risk and return in volatile markets. The company delivers sustainability and climate solutions, ESG ratings, and tools for wealth managers to personalize portfolios at scale, serving asset managers, owners, hedge funds, banks, insurers, corporates, and private-market participants. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in New York, MSCI Inc. sets standards that connect financial markets with a common language, powering better decisions through research-based insights and advanced technology.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.35%

Annual Dividend

$7.45

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

45.89%

FCF Payout Ratio

38.15%

Stock Price

$537.65

52-Week Range

$486.74 – $626.28

Dividend Health Score

Very Safe

Dividend Health Assessment

MSCI's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 45.9% earnings payout ratio & 38.1% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: -45.3% return on equity. The dividend has been growing at a 19.78% 5-year CAGR. As a financial company, some traditional cash flow metrics are less applicable. The score focuses on earnings-based coverage and profitability.

Based on 9 of 10 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe

Earnings Payout Ratio

45.9%Very Safe

FCF Payout Ratio

38.1%Very Safe

Balance Sheet

N/A

Net Debt / Total Assets

N/AN/A

Profitability

Safe

Return on Equity

-45.3%Danger

Operating Margin

55.9%Very Safe

Profit Margin Stability

Very StableVery Safe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe

11+ yrsVery Safe

NoneVery Safe

19.8%Very Safe

GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

MSCI annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

MSCI earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

February 13, 2026

Next Payment Date

February 27, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

16.28%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

19.78%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

24.57%

3-Year Total Growth

57.21%

5-Year Total Growth

146.58%

10-Year Total Growth

800.00%

Income Calculator

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Number of Shares

Total Investment

$53,765.00

Annual Income

$745.00

Quarterly Income

$186.25

Monthly Income

$62.08

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is MSCI's current dividend yield?

MSCI Inc. (MSCI) currently has a dividend yield of 1.35%, based on a stock price of $537.65 and an annual dividend of $7.45.

When is MSCI's next dividend payment date?

MSCI's next ex-dividend date is 2026-02-13 and the next payment date is 2026-02-27. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.

How much does MSCI pay in dividends per year?

MSCI Inc. paid $7.20 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.

Has MSCI been increasing its dividend?

MSCI Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 19.78% and a 10-year CAGR of 24.57%.

Is MSCI's dividend safe?

MSCI Inc. has a payout ratio of 45.89%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 38.15%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.

How is MSCI's Dividend Health Score calculated?

The Dividend Health Score evaluates MSCI Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for financial services companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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