Morgan Stanley Institutional Global Franchise Portfolio Class R6 (MGISX)
| Fund Assets | 2.72B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.83% |
| Min. Investment | $10,000,000 |
| Turnover | 35.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 4.01 |
| Dividend Yield | 11.10% |
| Dividend Growth | 468.59% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 16, 2024 |
| Previous Close | 36.13 |
| YTD Return | 6.58% |
| 1-Year Return | 11.29% |
| 5-Year Return | 48.19% |
| 52-Week Low | 31.61 |
| 52-Week High | 38.76 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 38 |
| Inception Date | May 29, 2015 |
About MGISX
Morgan Stanley Institutional Fund, Inc. Global Franchise Portfolio Class R6 is a global large-cap equity mutual fund designed to seek long-term capital appreciation. The portfolio invests primarily in high-quality companies worldwide, including both developed and emerging markets, focusing on firms with dominant market positions, resilient intangible assets, and the capability to generate consistent, unlevered returns on capital. Key portfolio features include a strong emphasis on recurring revenue streams, pricing power, low capital intensity, and organic growth opportunities. The fund typically holds a concentrated selection of around 36–38 stocks, ensuring an active approach to stock selection and risk management. As part of Morgan Stanley Investment Management’s offerings, this portfolio plays a significant role for institutional investors and retirement plans aiming for diversified global equity exposure with a disciplined, quality-driven investment style. Its strategy is designed to provide stable, long-term growth by prioritizing companies with sustainable competitive advantages and strong free cash flow generation.
Performance
MGISX had a total return of 11.29% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 10.94%.
Top 10 Holdings
46.09% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 7.18% |
| SAP SE | SAP | 6.88% |
| Visa Inc. | V | 6.54% |
| Aon plc | AON | 4.35% |
| L'Oréal S.A. | OR | 4.22% |
| Accenture plc | ACN | 3.75% |
| Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. | AJG | 3.31% |
| The Coca-Cola Company | KO | 3.31% |
| The Procter & Gamble Company | PG | 3.28% |
| UnitedHealth Group Incorporated | UNH | 3.27% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 16, 2024 | $4.01152 | Dec 16, 2024 |
| Dec 15, 2023 | $0.70552 | Dec 15, 2023 |
| Dec 16, 2022 | $0.54269 | Dec 16, 2022 |
| Dec 17, 2021 | $1.0478 | Dec 17, 2021 |
| Dec 16, 2020 | $1.10828 | Dec 16, 2020 |
| Dec 16, 2019 | $1.327 | Dec 16, 2019 |