MSCI World Index developments

The MSCI World Index is undergoing structural and operational updates. MSCI is implementing new index rules designed to exclude companies that lack active business operations from its Global Investable Market Indexes. A final list of companies subject to these exclusions is expected on November 11, with changes scheduled to take effect after the market close on November 30.

While the index provides exposure to approximately 1,400 companies across 23 developed nations, investors face challenges regarding information latency. Because corporate news often originates in local languages, there can be delays in reporting within German-speaking media.

Regarding investment strategy, analysts advise against selling existing MSCI World ETF shares to switch to broader funds, such as All-Country ETFs, due to potential capital losses from taxes and transaction fees. Despite recent market weakness, institutional investors have reportedly continued to increase positions in the iShares MSCI World ETF, specifically targeting major companies like Nvidia and Apple.