MSCI grants CEO Fernandez $15M premium-priced options; annual LTI raised to $14.6M

MSCI Inc.

One-time $15M stock option award to CEO Fernandez; exercise prices $1,000, $1,100, $1,200 (premiums 69%-103% over $590.73 close).
Vests on 5-year anniversary; no retirement vesting – award fully at-risk contingent on continued service.
Annual 2025 LTI compensation raised from $11.6M to $14.6M; 100% performance-based (70% options, 30% PSUs).
Termination provisions: full vest on death/disability; prorated or full vest on involuntary termination; CIC triggers vesting.
Award subject to post-employment restrictions and 25% net-share retention requirement.

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