MSCI , a leading provider of research-based indexes and analytics, announced the results of the May 2018 Semi-Annual Index Review for the MSCI Equity Indexes, confirming the final list of first batch of Inclusion of China A Shares in MSCI China Index. There will be 234 China A shares including Zijin Mining added in the Index.
Zijin and other selected A shares in the Index will be available for overseas funds to trade directly through MSCI main indexes.
234 China A Shares in Index from multiple industries like banking, insurance, petroleum and chemical, including 11 gold and nonferrous metals companies, are excellent representatives from A shares. It is estimated that more than hundreds of billions overseas money will flow into A Shares after adjustment.