MSCI, Inc. (MSCI) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
MSCI has described its mission as enabling investors to build better portfolios for a better world. MSCI's largest and most profitable segment is its index segment, where it provides benchmarking t...
MSCI, Inc. (MSCI) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 30.46 (historical range: 28.78–81.85, median: 40.10), placing it at the 4th percentile — cheap relative to its history, P/S ratio of 12.41 (range: 11.72–29.88, 4th percentile — cheap relative to its history), EV/EBITDA of 25.63 (range: 24.39–58.69, 4th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16), MSCI, Inc.'s P/E ratio has contracted by 31% over the observed period (from an average of 51.4 to 35.5).
MSCI, Inc. trades well below its historical valuation range across most metrics.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 30.46 | 40.10 | 4th | cheap relative to its history |
| P/S Ratio | 12.41 | 16.47 | 4th | cheap relative to its history |
| EV/EBITDA | 25.63 | 33.59 | 4th | cheap relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 3.86% | 2.95% | 96th | cheap relative to its history |
MSCI, Inc. (MSCI) Valuation & P/E History
MSCI, Inc. (MSCI) is a US-listed stock operating in the Technology sector, specifically the Services-Business Services, Nec industry currently trading at $569.08 with a market capitalization of $41.4 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for MSCI based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 30.46 is below the historical median of 40.10, placing MSCI at the 4th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 12.41 compares to a median of 16.47.
MSCI Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows MSCI, Inc.'s current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether MSCI is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests MSCI is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for MSCI, Inc..
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is MSCI Overvalued or Undervalued?
MSCI, Inc. trades well below its historical valuation range across most metrics. The overall valuation percentile of 4 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive MSCI is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full MSCI analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.MSCI trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.