Morgan Stanley Institutional Asia Opportunity Portfolio (MSAYX)
| Fund Assets | 130.43M |
| Expense Ratio | 1.05% |
| Min. Investment | $10,000,000 |
| Turnover | 19.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.40 |
| Dividend Yield | 1.68% |
| Dividend Growth | 555.24% |
| Payout Frequency | n/a |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 16, 2024 |
| Previous Close | 24.72 |
| YTD Return | 11.13% |
| 1-Year Return | 7.11% |
| 5-Year Return | -14.84% |
| 52-Week Low | 19.47 |
| 52-Week High | 25.17 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 33 |
| Inception Date | Dec 29, 2015 |
About MSAYX
Morgan Stanley Institutional Fund - Asia Opportunity Portfolio is a diversified mutual fund designed for investors seeking exposure to the dynamic and rapidly evolving economies of Asia, specifically excluding Japan. Its core purpose is to achieve long-term capital appreciation by investing in high-quality, established, and emerging companies throughout the Asia Pacific region. The fund's investment process integrates rigorous analysis of financial strength, sustainable competitive advantages, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors, reflecting a modern approach to value creation. With a focus on undervalued firms poised for growth, the portfolio impacts a broad spectrum of industries, from technology and consumer goods to financials and industrials. Managed by an experienced team with deep regional expertise, the fund plays a notable role in global investment portfolios by offering targeted access to Asia’s growth potential, while emphasizing disciplined risk management and sustainability considerations. This makes it a relevant choice for institutional and sophisticated investors aiming to capitalize on Asia’s development story within their broader asset allocation strategies.
Performance
MSAYX had a total return of 7.11% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 10.56%.
Top 10 Holdings
54.78% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Coupang, Inc. | CPNG | 7.97% |
| ICICI Bank Limited | IBN | 7.17% |
| Trip.com Group Ltd | CLV.DE | 6.44% |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited | 2330 | 5.39% |
| HDFC Bank Limited | HDFCBANK | 5.04% |
| Eternal Limited | ETERNAL | 4.88% |
| Tencent Holdings Limited | 0700 | 4.65% |
| Full Truck Alliance Co. Ltd. | YMM | 4.46% |
| Grab Holdings Limited | GRAB | 4.45% |
| Meituan | 3690 | 4.34% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 16, 2024 | $0.39937 | Dec 16, 2024 |
| Dec 15, 2023 | $0.06095 | Dec 15, 2023 |
| Dec 17, 2021 | $0.21913 | Dec 17, 2021 |
| Dec 16, 2020 | $0.3364 | Dec 16, 2020 |
| Dec 16, 2019 | $0.01654 | Dec 16, 2019 |
| Jul 6, 2018 | $0.09981 | Jul 6, 2018 |