MSCI Warning of Potential Downgrade Triggers Sharp Selloff in Indonesian Equities
A warning from MSCI about a potential market downgrade has sparked a significant selloff in Indonesian stocks. Authorities are working to address concerns.
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MSCI Inc. has issued a warning that it may downgrade Indonesia 
IDfrom an emerging market to a frontier market. This development follows reports from clients who flagged significant problems regarding market data, opaque shareholding structures, and coordinated trading behavior. The announcement triggered a sharp sell-off in Indonesian equities, as index-tracking and passive funds prepare for potential rebalancing. The Jakarta Composite Index plunged by as much as 16.7% over the past two days, though it later recovered some ground to close down 1.1% on Thursday.
IDfrom an emerging market to a frontier market. This development follows reports from clients who flagged significant problems regarding market data, opaque shareholding structures, and coordinated trading behavior. The announcement triggered a sharp sell-off in Indonesian equities, as index-tracking and passive funds prepare for potential rebalancing. The Jakarta Composite Index plunged by as much as 16.7% over the past two days, though it later recovered some ground to close down 1.1% on Thursday.
