The MSCI World is one of the most popular global stock indices. It includes more than a thousand large and mid-cap companies from developed countries around the world and is often used as the basis for ETFs.

The index is dominated by U.S. companies, but also includes companies from Europe, Japan, Canada, and other developed markets. Thanks to its broad diversification, the MSCI World is considered one of the most popular instruments for long-term investing.

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