Morgan Stanley Inst Global Stars C (MSGQX)
| Fund Assets | 48.02M |
| Expense Ratio | 1.90% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 73.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 4.95 |
| Dividend Yield | 29.82% |
| Dividend Growth | n/a |
| Payout Frequency | n/a |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 16, 2024 |
| Previous Close | 16.65 |
| YTD Return | 9.86% |
| 1-Year Return | 7.72% |
| 5-Year Return | 39.94% |
| 52-Week Low | 13.67 |
| 52-Week High | 20.73 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 40 |
| Inception Date | Apr 30, 2015 |
About MSGQX
Morgan Stanley Institutional Fund Global Stars Portfolio Class C is a diversified global equity mutual fund designed to seek long-term capital appreciation by investing in high-quality, growth-oriented companies worldwide. Managed by Morgan Stanley Investment Management, the fund primarily targets large-cap firms distinguished by robust intangible assets, high returns on invested capital, and significant growth potential. It maintains a concentrated portfolio, with a notable portion of assets allocated to its top holdings, which frequently include established leaders in technology, financial services, and consumer sectors. Following a strategic update in June 2024, the fund shifted its benchmark from the MSCI World Net Index to the broader MSCI All Country World Net Index and removed its formal ESG investment policy, broadening its global investment scope. The portfolio spans both developed and emerging markets, aiming to identify companies capable of compounding shareholder wealth over time. Class C shares offer lower upfront investment requirements with a deferred sales charge that declines over time, making them accessible to a wide range of investors. The fund plays a significant role in the market for investors seeking exposure to quality-driven global equities managed through a disciplined, fundamental research process.
Performance
MSGQX had a total return of 7.72% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 9.83%.
Top 10 Holdings
39.51% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| SAP SE | SAP | 7.74% |
| Visa Inc. | V | 4.35% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 3.61% |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited | 2330 | 3.60% |
| Uber Technologies, Inc. | UBER | 3.51% |
| Netflix, Inc. | NFLX | 3.45% |
| Mastercard Incorporated | MA | 3.43% |
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOGL | 3.41% |
| Booking Holdings Inc. | BKNG | 3.28% |
| Halma plc | HLMA | 3.13% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 16, 2024 | $4.94969 | Dec 16, 2024 |
| Dec 16, 2022 | $0.05274 | Dec 16, 2022 |
| Dec 17, 2021 | $0.27402 | Dec 17, 2021 |
| Dec 16, 2019 | $0.31394 | Dec 16, 2019 |
| Dec 17, 2018 | $0.79162 | Dec 17, 2018 |
| Jul 6, 2018 | $0.11816 | Jul 6, 2018 |