
June 22, 2017—What did MSCI decide?MSCI, the principal international equity benchmark index provider, has decided for the first time to include some Chinese “A” shares in its emerging markets (EM) index. The decision goes into effect June 2018.“A” shares are listed on the Shanghai and Shenzen stock exchanges. Historically, the EM index has included only those Chinese stocks listed on the Hong Kong exchange or which have ADRs traded in the United States.