About MFAIX
Morgan Stanley Institutional Fund, Inc. International Advantage Portfolio Class I is a mutual fund designed to provide long-term capital appreciation by investing primarily in high-quality, established companies outside of the United States. The fund targets firms that exhibit strong competitive advantages and are positioned for sustainable growth, particularly those perceived as undervalued at the time of investment. The portfolio is actively managed and concentrated, with a focus on companies boasting robust fundamentals in sectors such as consumer cyclicals, technology, industrials, and healthcare.
As part of the foreign large growth category, the fund integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into its investment process, assessing how these factors may affect a company’s long-term prospects. Its benchmark is the MSCI All Country World ex USA Index, reflecting a broad exposure to both developed and emerging markets outside the U.S. The fund is managed by a team with extensive industry experience, aiming to capitalize on global growth opportunities while maintaining a disciplined approach to risk management. Institutional share classes like this one offer lower fees and are typically geared toward larger investors or organizations.
Fund Family Morgan Stanley
Category Foreign Large Growth
Performance Rating Average
Risk Rating Above Average
Stock Exchange Nasdaq
Ticker Symbol MFAIX
Share Class Class I
Index MSCI AC World ex USA NR USD
MFAIX had a total return of -3.61% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 8.81%.
