Technology and Data
Technology and Data

Technology and Data
Powering better portfolios through innovation

Innovation that drives clarity

At MSCI, technology is the engine that powers our research, models, data and analytical capabilities to tackle the complex challenges of today’s global investment landscape.

As a pioneer in the industry and given our years of experience using artificial intelligence (AI) and natural-language processing (NLP), we are uniquely positioned to deliver modern, scalable solutions that enhance efficiency, bring greater transparency to financial markets and provide clarity that enable the investment community to make better decisions.

AI first

For over a decade, we have used AI and NLP to enhance content and data processes. Now, we are integrating generative AI across data, models and platforms to deliver innovative solutions that provide meaningful insights, empowering clients to create differentiated investment portfolios.

Data at scale

At MSCI, data is at the heart of what we do. We harness innovations to simplify data collection and analysis for better decision-making. Our tools offer insights across asset classes, helping clients assess risk, measure market performance, peer into private assets and navigate sustainability challenges.

Research innovation

MSCI Research combines deep expertise in new technologies to develop advanced models and data. By collaborating with clients, we deliver scalable solutions, through our research, data and technology capabilities, empowering you to drive investment outcomes.            

Data by the numbers

MSCI supports clients' complex, integrated workflows with flexible, scalable solutions. Our vast index calculations and datasets, spanning decades of historical data across equities, factors, fixed income, private assets and sustainability, are relied upon by investors worldwide. Additionally, our private and public assets coverage includes extensive datasets representing trillions in cumulative investments.

7.1B+

Positions processed in analytics in a single day1

1,000+

Data products

15M+

Securities maintained daily2

290K+

Indexes calculated daily

1,300+

APIs across all product lines

500+

Data vendors3

70+

Third-party distribution partners

1.3T+

Daily instrument pricings

“At MSCI, we are dedicated to harnessing the power of technology and data to fuel innovation and deliver exceptional value to our clients. Looking ahead, we are integrating generative AI, machine learning, and cloud computing to create seamless, data-driven solutions that empower investment professionals worldwide, helping them navigate complex markets with more confidence and precision.”

 

Transformation in practice

AI Portfolio Insights

AI Portfolio Insights offers a broad view of portfolio risk, performance, changes over time, and key drivers. Increase speed, efficiency and collaboration with investment teams with the solution that empowers teams to proactively manage risk. 

MSCI ONE

MSCI ONE consolidates access to our products and solutions, driving innovation, transparency and insights to accelerate investment decisions. Discover and explore our best-in-class data, models, research and solutions.

Geospatial Asset Intelligence

Understand your physical risk with drill-down insights to asset locations. Powered by AI for data collection, mapping capabilities and enhanced coverage on-demand, we help you identify risk where it matters most.

Research spotlight

The Inevitable AI Episode

What are the expectations and misconceptions for artificial intelligence as it enters into the world of finance and investment?

Investment Trends in Focus: Revisiting MSCI’s Five Key Themes for 2024 

Chief Research Officer, Ashley Lester and team assess the evolution of the five key themes affecting investors in 2024. What does the near-term landscape look like?

AI Portfolio Insights and the Future of Risk Management

What is AI Portfolio Insights, its methodology and MSCI’s approach for using AI-powered tools reliably and safely?

GPT-4, Write a Blog Post About Director Skills and AI

Few directors have direct AI expertise, raising concerns about board oversight of AI impacts.

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1 As of December 2023.

2 The number of securities covered includes derivatives, options and warrants, of which volumes fluctuate as these derivatives mature and are issued.

3 All dates as of Jun 30, 2024, unless otherwise noted.