About MSAUX
Morgan Stanley Institutional Fund, Inc. Asia Opportunity Portfolio Class A is an open-end mutual fund designed to provide investors with exposure to equity markets across Asia, excluding Japan. The fund's primary objective is long-term capital appreciation through investments in high-quality, established, and emerging companies located in this dynamic region. It targets a broad range of companies that mirror the market capitalization spectrum represented by the MSCI All Country Asia ex Japan Index, offering diversified access to some of the fastest-growing economies in the world.
Distinguished by a concentrated investment approach, the portfolio typically holds around 30 securities, with a notable portion of assets—over half—allocated to its top ten holdings. This reflects a strategy focused on selecting high-conviction opportunities, rather than broad market replication. The fund is managed by Morgan Stanley Investment Management, leveraging deep regional expertise and rigorous fundamental analysis.
This fund plays a significant role in the market as a vehicle for institutional and individual investors seeking a focused, research-driven gateway to Asia’s growth prospects, excluding exposure to Japanese equities. Its investment strategy and portfolio construction make it a prominent choice within the Pacific/Asia ex-Japan equity fund category.
Fund Family Morgan Stanley
Category Pacific/Asia ex-Japan Stk
Performance Rating Below Average
Risk Rating Above Average
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol MSAUX
Share Class Class A
Index MSCI AC Asia ex Japan NR USD
MSAUX had a total return of 4.56% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 9.70%.
