Morgan Stanley (MS)

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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol MS
  • Rev/Share 72.0847
  • Book/Share 69.5544
  • PB 2.4109
  • Debt/Equity 4.0393
  • CurrentRatio 0.4504
  • ROIC 0.0218

 

  • MktCap 265024366800.0
  • FreeCF/Share -13.3297
  • PFCF -12.6558
  • PE 16.1217
  • Debt/Assets 0.3228
  • DivYield 0.0227
  • ROE 0.1529

 

  • Rating C
  • Score 2
  • Recommendation Sell
  • P/E Score 2
  • DCF Score 4
  • P/B Score 1
  • D/E Score 1

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Initiation MS BMO Capital Markets -- Outperform -- $180 Oct. 3, 2025
Upgrade MS Keefe Bruyette Market Perform Outperform -- $160 July 9, 2025
Upgrade MS HSBC Securities Hold Buy -- $118 Oct. 4, 2024
Downgrade MS Goldman Buy Neutral -- -- Sept. 11, 2024

News

Best Momentum Stocks to Buy for Oct. 22
GFI, MS, NEXCF
Published: October 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

NEXCF, MS and GFI made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) momentum stocks list on Oct. 22, 2025.

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JPM, GS & Others Witness Record Q3 IB Fees: Will the Trend Continue?
BAC, C, GS, JPM, MS
Published: October 20, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

JPMorgan, Goldman and others record a surge in IB fees in Q3, fueling hopes that dealmaking momentum is back on track.

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Morgan Stanley (MS) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
MS
Published: October 20, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Morgan Stanley (MS) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.

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Wall Street Roundup: Financial Earnings, Golden Highs, Data Dearth
AMZN, AVGO, BAC, C, CAT, CRM, DIA, F, GM, INTC, JEF, MS, NFLX, NVDA, QQQ, SPY, TSLA, TXN, WAL, WFC, WMT, ZION
Published: October 17, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Big bank earnings impressed, with WFC, MS, C, and BAC posting strong results, while regional banks like ZION and WAL faced notable setbacks. AI enthusiasm is spreading beyond core tech, boosting stocks like WMT and CAT, but valuation concerns and bubble fears persist.

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Why Morgan Stanley (MS) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term
MS
Published: October 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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MS Stock Hits All-Time High as Capital Markets Drive Q3 Earnings
MS
Published: October 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Morgan Stanley shares hit a record high as surging capital markets, trading gains and wealth management growth power stellar Q3 earnings.

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Morgan Stanley (MS) Hit a 52 Week High, Can the Run Continue?
MS
Published: October 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Morgan Stanley (MS) is at a 52-week high, but can investors hope for more gains in the future? We take a look at the company's fundamentals for clues.

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Bank of America, Morgan Stanley Earnings Prop Up Wall Street
BAC, MS
Published: October 15, 2025 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Positive

Bank stocks are setting the tone this week, with a slew of upbeat post-earnings reactions propping up Wall Street.

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Morgan Stanley Q3 Earnings Beat on Deal-Making Boom, Solid Trading
MS
Published: October 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

MS' Q3 earnings jump 49% on booming deal-making activity and strong trading, pushing shares up almost 4.5% pre-market.

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Morgan Stanley and Bank of America earnings beat estimates, plus stock picks and outlook for 2025
BAC, MS
Published: October 15, 2025 by: Yahoo Finance
Sentiment: Positive

Morning Brief anchor Julie Hyman breaks down the latest market news for October 15, 2025. Bank earnings are off to a strong start with Morgan Stanley and Bank of America reporting results that topped Wall Street estimates.

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Morgan Stanley (MS) Reports Q3 Earnings: What Key Metrics Have to Say
MS
Published: October 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Although the revenue and EPS for Morgan Stanley (MS) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended September 2025, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.

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Morgan Stanley profits soar past Wall Street's forecasts — as stock trading trounces predictions
MS
Published: October 15, 2025 by: New York Post
Sentiment: Positive

Equities trading revenue jumped 35% to $4.12 billion – far above expectations of a 6.6% increase.

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Morgan Stanley (MS) Surpasses Q3 Earnings and Revenue Estimates
MS
Published: October 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Morgan Stanley (MS) came out with quarterly earnings of $2.8 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.08 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.88 per share a year ago.

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Morgan Stanley reports record Q3 earnings, shares jump
MS
Published: October 15, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive

Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) shares moved 4.4% higher before the opening bell on Wednesday after the bank's third quarter earnings beat Wall Street expectations across all divisions, driven by strong trading, investment banking, and wealth management performance. Earnings per share were $2.80, beating estimates of $2.10 and rising 49% from a year earlier.

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Why Morgan Stanley (MS) is a Great Dividend Stock Right Now
MS
Published: October 14, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Morgan Stanley (MS) have what it takes?

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Why Morgan Stanley (MS) is a Top Growth Stock for the Long-Term
MS
Published: October 14, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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The Best Blue Chip Stocks to Buy With $2,000 Right Now
AXP, MCO, MMC, MS, PGR
Published: October 13, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Positive

Investing in the stock market is an excellent way to start building life-changing wealth. The path requires patience, discipline, and a long-term outlook.

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Robust Trading, IB Fee Growth to Aid Morgan Stanley's Q3 Earnings
MS
Published: October 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

MS's Q3 results are set to shine, fueled by robust trading activity and rising investment banking fees.

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What Analyst Projections for Key Metrics Reveal About Morgan Stanley (MS) Q3 Earnings
MS
Published: October 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Besides Wall Street's top-and-bottom-line estimates for Morgan Stanley (MS), review projections for some of its key metrics to gain a deeper understanding of how the company might have fared during the quarter ended September 2025.

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Morgan Stanley drops restrictions on which wealth clients can own crypto funds
MS
Published: October 10, 2025 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Positive

Morgan Stanley on Friday told its financial advisors that the firm was broadening access to crypto investments to all clients and allowing such investments in any type of account, including retirement accounts, CNBC has learned. Starting Oct. 15, advisors will be able to pitch crypto funds to any client.

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Morgan Stanley (MS) Earnings Expected to Grow: Should You Buy?
MS
Published: October 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Morgan Stanley (MS) possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

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JPM or MS: Which IB Stock to Buy Amid Optimistic Industry Prospects?
JPM, MS
Published: October 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

When it comes to Wall Street heavyweights, few names wield more influence than JPMorgan JPM and Morgan Stanley MS. These financial powerhouses stand as cornerstones of global finance, boasting deep expertise in investment banking, from advising on multibillion-dollar mergers and underwriting marquee IPOs to steering clients through the intricacies of global capital markets.

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Morgan Stanley (MS) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
MS
Published: October 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Zacks.com users have recently been watching Morgan Stanley (MS) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.

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Morgan Stanley Investment Management and Opportunity Finance Network Announce Annual Contribution Recipients in Support of Affordable Housing and Community Development
MS
Published: September 30, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Morgan Stanley Investment Management (“MSIM”) and Opportunity Finance Network (“OFN”) today announced three grant recipients of MSIM's annual contribution to OFN's Finance Justice Fund, now called OFN's Financing Fund: GROW South Dakota, Community Health Center Capital Fund, and Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity Lending, Inc. The three community development financial institutions (CDFIs) focus on community development and affordable housing. The grants are funded by MS.

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Fed Pivots: What it Means for MS' Capital Markets Business
MS
Published: September 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

The Fed rate cut is set to revive corporate deals and trading, positioning Morgan Stanley's capital markets business for stronger growth.

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JEF or MS: Which Investment Banking Stock Offers Better Upside Now?
JEF, MS
Published: September 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Can Jefferies' mid-market strength and partnerships outgrow Morgan Stanley's business diversification efforts and steadier returns? Let's find out.

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Why Morgan Stanley (MS) is a Top Dividend Stock for Your Portfolio
MS
Published: September 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Morgan Stanley (MS) have what it takes?

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Morgan Stanley, Zerohash to Launch Crypto Trading for ETrade Clients
MS
Published: September 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

MS to team up with Zerohash to bring cryptocurrency trading to E*TRADE clients. This marks a strategic move into digital assets for wealth management.

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Morgan Stanley (MS) is a Top-Ranked Growth Stock: Should You Buy?
MS
Published: September 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Morgan Stanley's E-Trade to Add Crypto Trading in Early 2026
MS
Published: September 23, 2025 by: PYMNTS
Sentiment: Positive

E-Trade, the online stock trading arm of Morgan Stanley, reportedly plans to add cryptocurrency trading to its platform in the first half of 2026. The service will initially enable E-Trade clients to trade Bitcoin, Ether and Solana, Reuters reported Tuesday (Sept.

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About Morgan Stanley (MS)

  • IPO Date 1993-02-23
  • Website https://www.morganstanley.com
  • Industry Financial - Capital Markets
  • CEO Edward N. Pick
  • Employees 81000

Morgan Stanley, a financial holding company, provides various financial products and services to corporations, governments, financial institutions, and individuals in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. It operates through Institutional Securities, Wealth Management, and Investment Management segments. The Institutional Securities segment offers capital raising and financial advisory services, including services related to the underwriting of debt, equity, and other securities, as well as advice on mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, real estate, and project finance. This segment also provides sales and trading services, such as sales, financing, prime brokerage, and market-making services in equity and fixed income products consisting of foreign exchange and commodities; corporate and commercial real estate loans, which provides secured lending facilities and financing for sales and trading customers, and asset-backed and mortgage lending; and wealth management services, investment, and research services. The Wealth Management segment offers financial advisor-led brokerage and investment advisory services; self-directed brokerage services; financial and wealth planning services; workplace services, including stock plan administration; annuity and insurance products; securities-based lending, residential real estate loans, and other lending products; banking; and retirement plan services to individual investors and small to medium-sized businesses and institutions. The Investment Management segment provides equity, fixed income, liquidity, and alternative/other products to benefit/defined contribution plans, foundations, endowments, government entities, sovereign wealth funds, insurance companies, and third-party fund sponsors and corporations through institutional and intermediary channels. Morgan Stanley was founded in 1924 and is headquartered in New York, New York.