Core Viewpoint - MSCI announced the results of its August index quarterly review, which includes the addition and removal of several stocks in the MSCI China Index, reflecting recent strong performance in sectors such as technology, innovative pharmaceuticals, and new consumption [1]. Summary by Category Additions to MSCI China Index - 14 stocks were added to the MSCI China Index, including notable companies such as: - Lao Pu Gold (06181) - WuXi AppTec (02268) - Meitu (01357) - NetEase Cloud Music (09899) - 3SBio (01530) - Horizon Robotics (09660) - Global Data (09698) - Kintor Pharmaceutical (06990) - 5 additional A-shares including: - Zhinan (300803.SZ) - CITIC Bank (601998.SH) - Giant Network (002558.SZ) - Ailis (688578.SH) - Jingwang Electronics (603228.SH) [1][3][5]. Removals from MSCI China Index - 17 stocks were removed from the MSCI China Index, including: - Hisense Home Appliances (00921) - Zhongsheng Holdings (00881) - Yingjia Wine (603198.SH) - Oriental Yuhong (002271.SZ) - 13 additional stocks including: - Supor (002032.SZ) - Chihong Zn & Ge (600497.SH) - Morning Light Co. (603899.5H) - and others [1][3][5]. Global Index Changes - The MSCI Global Standard Index added 42 stocks and removed 56 stocks, with the largest new additions being Rocket Lab (USA), SoFi Technologies (USA), and Affirm Holdings (USA) [5]. - The top three new additions to the MSCI Emerging Markets Index include CITIC Bank, Dian Swastatika Sentosa, and Lao Pu Gold [5].