MSCI Inc. (MSCI)
NYSE: MSCI
· Real-Time Price · USD
555.99
-1.03 (-0.18%)
At close: Aug 18, 2025, 3:59 PM
556.21
0.04%
Pre-market: Aug 19, 2025, 06:07 AM EDT
MSCI Delta Exposure By Expiry
The total Delta Exposure (DEX) for MSCI across all expirations shows -104,716.25 net shares that market makers must hedge, with 333,975.72 from calls and 438,691.97 from puts. The put-call delta ratio of 1.31 indicates defensive positioning with heavy put protection, which could accelerate downward moves if breached. The largest delta concentration at Dec 19, 25 with -98,079.64 net DEX represents significant hedging pressure that could fuel downside acceleration. The nearest expiration on Sep 19, 25 carries negative delta forcing market makers to buy shares, potentially providing support.
MSCI DEX Table
| Expiry Date | Call Delta | Put Delta | Net Delta | P/C Delta |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 25 | 105,713.19 | -129,445.59 | -23,732.4 | 1.22 |
| Oct 17, 25 | 57,874.42 | -17,215.68 | 40,658.74 | 0.30 |
| Nov 21, 25 | 616.12 | -12,926.94 | -12,310.82 | 20.98 |
| Dec 19, 25 | 151,203.92 | -249,283.56 | -98,079.64 | 1.65 |
| Jan 16, 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | n/a |
| Mar 20, 26 | 16,552.75 | -29,820.2 | -13,267.45 | 1.80 |
| Dec 18, 26 | 2,015.32 | 0 | 2,015.32 | 0.00 |