Morgan Stanley (MS)

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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol MS
  • Rev/Share 72.0847
  • Book/Share 70.6881
  • PB 2.5263
  • Debt/Equity 3.7706
  • CurrentRatio 0.2574
  • ROIC 0.0269

 

  • MktCap 281037767581.0
  • FreeCF/Share -11.5411
  • PFCF -15.5003
  • PE 17.1715
  • Debt/Assets 0.3038
  • DivYield 0.0218
  • ROE 0.1507

 

  • Rating B
  • Score 3
  • Recommendation Neutral
  • 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
Upgrade MS Wolfe Research Peer Perform Outperform -- -- Nov. 24, 2025
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

Morgan Stanley (MS) Is Up 4.04% in One Week: What You Should Know
MS
Published: December 09, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Does Morgan Stanley (MS) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

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Morgan Stanley (MS) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
MS
Published: December 05, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Morgan Stanley (MS) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.

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Morgan Stanley Shares Surge 34.5% YTD: Buy Now or Wait?
MS
Published: December 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

MS shares jump 34.5% YTD. Does the M&A rebound and its wealth and asset management push make the stock an attractive bet?

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Josh Brown's best stocks in the market: Morgan Stanley, Baker Hughes and Ciena
BKR, CIEN, MS
Published: December 02, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Positive

Josh Brown, CEO at Ritholtz Wealth Management, joins CNBC's 'Halftime Report' to spotlight some stocks in his 'best stocks in the market."

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Morgan Stanley Remains A Dividend Idea To Hold Onto, As Assets Keep Flowing
MS
Published: November 27, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Morgan Stanley (MS) whose price grew 18% since my bullish call last winter, is being slightly pulled back to a hold but remains a strong dividend income idea. Q3 results showed net new client inflows, momentum in advisory work, and strong A-level credit ratings across the board, against a challenging macro backdrop in 2025. The stock appears somewhat overvalued to its peer average, with future upside forecasts being minimal.

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Goldman vs. Morgan Stanley: Which Stock Has Stronger Upside?
GS, MS
Published: November 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Does GS' surging M&A momentum and valuation edge meet MS' wealth-fueled stability in this Wall Street upside showdown? Let us find out.

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Morgan Stanley Shares Soar 31.6% YTD: Is Now the Right Time to Buy?
MS
Published: November 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

MS' 31.6% rally and revived M&A activity highlight its strategic shift and raise the question of whether now is the moment to buy. Let's find out.

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Morgan Stanley (MS) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
MS
Published: November 24, 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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Looking for Earnings Beat? Buy These 5 Top-Ranked Stocks
ALKS, ALL, MS, SOFI, TTWO
Published: November 19, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Top-ranked stocks TakeTwo Interactive Software (TTWO), Allstate (ALL), SoFi Technologies (SOFI), Alkermes (ALKS) and Morgan Stanley (MS) are likely to beat on the bottom line in their upcoming releases.

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U.S. Outperformance in Sight? ETFs to Play Morgan Stanley's Forecast
MS
Published: November 19, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Morgan Stanley sees U.S. equities outpacing global markets into 2026, with AI-driven gains and small-cap strength supporting its upbeat S&P 500 outlook.

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Buy 5 Top-Ranked High-Flying Finance Stocks for 2026 to Tap Upside
CBOE, HOOD, IBKR, IVZ, MS
Published: November 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

MS, IBKR, HOOD, CBOE and IVZ are top-ranked finance stocks that have jumped over 30% this year look poised for more potential gains in 2026.

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Morgan Stanley (MS) Up 3.5% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?
MS
Published: November 14, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Morgan Stanley (MS) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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The BDC Bargain Bell Is Ringing
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Published: November 13, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

BDCs have had a rough year so far. Yet, Q3 earnings data points indicate that the tide could be turning. While there are some tangible improvements in BDC business environment, many risks remain open.

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Morgan Stanley Stock Hits All-Time High: Is Now the Right Time to Buy?
MS
Published: November 13, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

MS hits a record high as shutdown-end optimism highlights its wealth pivot, strategic deals and strong balance sheet.

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US Regulators Reach Consensus on Relaxing Key Bank Capital Rule
BAC, GS, JPM, MS
Published: November 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

U.S. regulators move closer to easing a key capital rule, giving JPM, MS, BAC and GS more room to lend and boost profits.

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White House to host CEOs of J.P. Morgan, Goldman Sachs & others tonight
BLK, BX, GS, JPM, MS, NDAQ
Published: November 12, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Positive

CNBC's Eamon Javers joins 'Squawk on the Street' with the latest news from DC.

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MS to Expand Private Firms Coverage Amid High-Growth Startup Interest
MS
Published: November 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Morgan Stanley expands private company research to tap surging investor demand for high-growth startups reshaping private markets.

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5 Top-Ranked Non-Tech Giants to Maximize Your Portfolio Returns in 2026
COF, GM, HCA, MS, SCCO
Published: November 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Five non-tech powerhouses, SCCO, HCA, GM, MS and COF, shine as strong 2026 portfolio picks.

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Investors Heavily Search Morgan Stanley (MS): Here is What You Need to Know
MS
Published: November 11, 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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Dow falls 450 points as Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley CEOs warn of market correction after AI boom
GS, MS
Published: November 04, 2025 by: New York Post
Sentiment: Negative

Concerns are mounting that the bullish stock market is due for a downturn, especially if AI stocks have been overvalued.

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Here is What to Know Beyond Why Morgan Stanley (MS) is a Trending Stock
MS
Published: October 31, 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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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
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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
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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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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.