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These 3 Stocks Just Graduated to the MSCI World Index

Reported by Jeffrey Neal Johnson. First Published: 2/15/2026. 

Article Highlights

• AST SpaceMobile solidifies its commercial standing with the deployment of large-scale satellites that connect directly to standard mobile devices.
• Coherent secures its role in the artificial intelligence boom by supplying critical optical hardware that enables massive data centers to scale speed.
• FTAI Aviation capitalizes on the global aircraft shortage by expanding its engine leasing model and securing strategic partnerships for power generation.

Wall Street has a graduation day — and for three companies, that day has finally arrived.

On Feb. 10, MSCI Inc. (NYSE: MSCI) released the results of its February Quarterly Index Review. That quarterly event is more than a press release: it’s a mechanical trigger that forces global financial machinery to turn its gears.

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When a stock is added to a major benchmark like the MSCI World Index, an index effect kicks in. Many mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and institutional portfolios track indexes passively rather than picking stocks. When the indexes change, those funds must update their holdings to match the new benchmarks, selling omitted names and buying the additions.

That buying pressure is mandatory and must be completed by the close of business on the implementation date: Feb. 27.

For investors, this creates a predictable window of demand and liquidity. In the February 2026 cycle, three companies cleared the market-capacity and liquidity hurdles to join the MSCI World Index. No longer niche players, they’ve met the index’s requirements for public float and financial stability to earn a spot on the global stage.

AST SpaceMobile: From Sci‑Fi to Wi‑Fi

AST SpaceMobile (NASDAQ: ASTS) has moved quickly from a speculative concept into a piece of global telecommunications infrastructure. Trading around $90 per share, the stock’s rise reflects the market’s growing recognition that space‑based cellular broadband is becoming an operational reality.

The company’s inclusion in the MSCI World Index validates its direct‑to‑device technology. Unlike legacy satellite internet, which requires expensive dishes or hardware, ASTS connects directly to standard smartphones, effectively reducing dead zones for mobile users. That capability has attracted interest from retail investors and government entities. The primary catalyst for AST SpaceMobile’s recent price action was the successful deployment of BlueBird 6, which launched on Dec. 23 and confirmed the unfolding of its array on Feb. 10.

BlueBird 6 carries the largest commercial communications array ever deployed in low Earth orbit. Array size matters because it determines the bandwidth and speed the network can deliver. With BlueBird 6 operational and BlueBird 7 scheduled for launch later this month, ASTS has demonstrated it can manufacture and deploy satellites at a commercial cadence.

Investors often worry about the volatility of space stocks, but ASTS has built a defensive moat through partnerships. The company has secured definitive commercial agreements with industry titans AT&T (NYSE: T), Verizon (NYSE: VZ), and Vodafone (NASDAQ: VOD). Those contracts help de‑risk the regulatory path and provide clearer routes to revenue.

In short, ASTS is shifting from a risky startup toward a utility‑style provider supported by major telecom partners.

Coherent: The Nervous System of AI

While companies like NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) build the brains of artificial intelligence, Coherent (NYSE: COHR) supplies the nervous system. Trading in the $210–$225 range, Coherent has surged as investors seek exposure to the AI infrastructure boom beyond the chipmakers.

Coherent’s Q2 earnings report, released on Feb. 4, underscored why it joined the MSCI World Index: record revenue of $1.69 billion, above analyst expectations.

The core growth driver is specific hardware: 800G and 1.6T optical transceivers.

As hyperscalers build ever‑larger data centers, a physical bottleneck has emerged. The speed at which data moves between chips is as important as the chips’ own performance—slow interconnects leave expensive processors idle.

Coherent’s optical transceivers act as high‑speed conduits, enabling thousands of AI processors to operate together without lag.

Under CEO Jim Anderson, the company has also improved its profit margins by divesting non‑core assets and focusing on higher‑margin products. That discipline has helped turn Coherent into a profitable, cash‑generating business. Inclusion in the MSCI is likely to attract generalist funds seeking AI exposure but wanting to diversify into the industrial supply chain.

FTAI Aviation: The Perpetual Power Machine

FTAI Aviation (NASDAQ: FTAI) is perhaps the most unconventional addition this quarter. Trading near $265, the company is capitalizing on a global shortage of aircraft and outperforming traditional aerospace peers.

The aviation industry is in a super‑cycle of scarcity. Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Airbus (OTCMKTS: EADSF)have faced delivery delays, forcing airlines to keep older planes flying longer. That environment favors FTAI, which owns a large portfolio of jet engines (notably the CFM56) and operates a proprietary maintenance network called The Module Factory.

Traditional engine maintenance can take months. FTAI’s Module Factory swaps specific engine modules instead of performing full overhauls — more like a race‑car pit stop than a garage rebuild — getting planes back in the air faster, which airlines urgently need.

Beyond maintenance, FTAI has developed a new revenue stream with FTAI Power. On Jan. 22, the company announced a multi‑year materials agreement with CFM International. That deal supports converting jet engines into power‑generation units for data centers. By bridging aerospace and the growing power needs of high‑tech infrastructure, FTAI has created a dual‑threat business model that appeals to both value and growth investors.

The Countdown to Feb. 27

The inclusion of AST SpaceMobile, Coherent, and FTAI Aviation in the MSCI World Index signals a shift in market sentiment toward hard tech. Investors are directing capital into tangible assets — satellites, optical hardware, and jet engines — that power the modern economy.

The critical date to watch is Feb. 27. As the implementation deadline approaches, trading volumes for these three stocks will likely spike as passive funds execute their mandatory buy orders.

While the index effect often creates a short‑term price premium, the longer‑term takeaway is clear: these companies have graduated from niche plays to institutional staples. Volatility may remain, but the validation is lasting.

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