The MSCI Frontier Markets Small Cap Index will see 100 additions and 21 deletions. (File Photo)
\n\nIndia is strengthening its presence in a major global equity benchmark, with four prominent companies securing places in the MSCI Global Standard Index following the November 2026 index review. Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), Coforge, Adani Green Energy and Meesho have been selected for inclusion, while India's overall representation in the index is also set to expand.
\n\nAccording to the latest announcement by MSCI Inc., India's weight in the index will climb to 13.1 per cent from the earlier 12.9 per cent. The increase of 0.2 percentage points reflects the changes introduced through the latest review.
\n\nMSCI confirmed that all adjustments arising from the November review will take effect after the market closes on November 30, 2026. The reshuffle is expected to bring changes to the composition of several major regional and global equity benchmarks.
\n\nLIC has emerged as one of the most important additions to the MSCI Emerging Markets Index in terms of full company market capitalisation. The state-owned insurance company's inclusion places it among the three largest additions announced in the latest review.
\n\nThe other two major additions are Zhongji Innolight…
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