MSCI buys physical climate risk firm ahead of value chain product launch

Acquisitions

▤ Summary

MSCI is expanding its climate risk capabilities by buying a physical climate risk firm. The deal supports a planned product launch tied to value chain analysis. Investors are putting more attention on how extreme weather affects financial performance, which makes climate data and risk software more valuable. The move signals continued demand for analytics platforms that help asset managers and other firms assess climate exposure across portfolios and supply chains.

◇ AskAI Classifications

Sectors
Fintech, Banking and Payments Asset and Investment Management
Functions
Accounting and Taxes Governance, risk and compliance Financial Reporting

▦ Linked Companies

MSCI
$1B+