MSCI is trading 6.8% up at $601.62 after reporting third-quarter 2026 results that topped analyst estimates before the market opened on October 20. - Adjusted EPS of $5.11 and revenue of $892 million beat estimates; revenue grew 12.4% year over year. - Record asset-based fees were up 24.9%, and recurring sales were strong. - Management maintained its full-year adjusted EBITDA expense and free cash flow guidance.