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MSCI Rules Could Drop Crypto Treasury Firms from Indexes
MSCI finalized rules on Oct. 15 that may exclude crypto treasury companies like Strategy and Metaplanet from its global indexes by Nov. 30, with a final list due Nov. 11. The rules target firms with limited operating assets, treating them as non‑operating. Analysts discuss potential impacts on fundraising, noting possible forced selling worth billions and reduced access to capital markets, though some expect minimal effect. The article includes quotes from Lex Sokolin, Richard Galvin, Kyle Samani, Julio Moreno, and Steve Lee on the sector’s similarity to funds and the importance of index inclusion.