Morgan Stanley (MS)

Currency in USD
179.50
-0.26(-0.14%)
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179.95+0.45(+0.25%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
179.13180.58
52 wk Range
94.33181.98
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
179.76
Open
179.83
Day's Range
179.13-180.58
52 wk Range
94.33-181.98
Volume
3.51M
Average Volume (3m)
5.71M
1-Year Change
44.23%
Book Value / Share
62.78
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
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Price Target
171.05
Downside
-4.71%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
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ProTips
Trading at a low P/E ratio relative to near-term earnings growth

Morgan Stanley News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Buy

Morgan Stanley Company Profile

Morgan Stanley, a financial holding company, provides various financial products and services to governments, financial institutions, and individuals in the Americas, Asia, Europe, Middle East, and Africa. The company operates through Institutional Securities, Wealth Management, and Investment Management segments. It 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, and project finance. It also provides equity and fixed income products comprising sales, financing, prime brokerage, and market-making services; Asia wealth management; business-related investments services; originating corporate and commercial real estate loans, secured lending facilities, and extending securities; and research. In addition, the company offers financial advisor-led brokerage, custody, and administrative and investment advisory services; self-directed brokerage services; financial and wealth planning services; stock plan administration; securities-based lending, residential and commercial real estate loans, and other lending products; banking; and retirement plan services. Further, it provides equity, fixed income, alternatives and solutions, and liquidity and overlay services to benefit/defined contribution plans, foundations, endowments, government entities, sovereign wealth funds, insurance companies, third-party fund sponsors, corporations, and individuals. The company was founded in 1924 and is headquartered in New York, New York.

Morgan Stanley SWOT Analysis


Financial Resilience
Morgan Stanley's diverse revenue streams and strong capital position have bolstered its performance amid market volatility, with a "GOOD" financial health score
Wealth Management Edge
Explore how Morgan Stanley's focus on expanding wealth management offerings and leveraging technology could drive future growth despite fee rate challenges
Regulatory Navigation
Delve into Morgan Stanley's ongoing regulatory scrutiny and legal challenges, and how the company's response may impact its long-term operations and risk management
Strategic Outlook
Analysts project an average price target of $156, with potential growth opportunities in investment banking and wealth management balancing against market uncertainties
Read full SWOT analysis

Morgan Stanley Earnings Call Summary for Q3/2025

  • Morgan Stanley beats Q3 2025 expectations with EPS of $2.80 vs $2.09 forecast, revenue of $18.2B exceeding estimates by 9.36%
  • Stock surges 5.89% pre-market to $160.75; company reports record $8.9T in total client assets, up $1.3T year-over-year
  • CEO highlights 'capital markets flywheel' momentum; CFO notes strong secular demand and AI potential in operations
  • Guidance: Aiming for $10T in client assets; modest Q4 net interest income gain expected; sustained investment banking activity forecast
  • Risks include macroeconomic pressures, regulatory changes, and intense competition in investment banking and asset management
Last Updated: 15/10/2025, 16:20
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P/E Ratio
18.3x20.4x9.7x
PEG Ratio
0.380.720.03
Price/Book
2.8x2.4x1.0x
Price / LTM Sales
4.2x3.6x2.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
−2.5%11.6%12.0%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

9 Buy
15 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
25 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 171.05
(-4.71% Downside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
RBC Capital
Hold185.00+3.06%171.00Maintain12/12/2025
Wolfe Research
Buy---Upgrade24/11/2025
Freedom Capital Markets
Hold161.00-10.31%126.00Maintain22/10/2025
Keefe, Bruyette & Woods
Buy184.00+2.51%176.00Maintain17/10/2025
UBS
Hold165.00-8.08%165.00Maintain16/10/2025

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 9.75%
Dividend Yield
2.23%
Industry Median 1.51%
Annualised payout
4.00
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+22.42%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Oct 15, 2025
EPS / Forecast
2.80 / 2.09
Revenue / Forecast
18.22B / 16.66B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

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FAQ

What Is the Morgan Stanley (MS) Share Price Today?

The live Morgan Stanley share price today is 179.50

What Stock Exchange Does Morgan Stanley (MS) Trade On?

Morgan Stanley is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Ticker (Stock Symbol) for Morgan Stanley?

The stock symbol (also called a 'ticker') for Morgan Stanley is "MS."

Does Morgan Stanley Pay Dividends? What’s The Current MS Dividend Yield?

Yes, MS Pays Dividends to its Shareholders. The current Morgan Stanley dividend yield is 2.23%.

What Is the Current Morgan Stanley Market Cap?

As of today, Morgan Stanley market capitalisation is 285.28B.

What Is Morgan Stanley's (MS) Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Morgan Stanley EPS is currently 9.75 (Trailing Twelve Months).

When Is the Next Morgan Stanley Earnings Date?

Morgan Stanley's next earnings report will be released on 15 Jan 2026.

Is MS a Buy or Sell From a Technical Analyst Perspective?

Based on today's Morgan Stanley moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has Morgan Stanley Stock Split?

Morgan Stanley has split 2 times. (See the MS stock split history page for full effective split date and price information.)

How Many Employees Does Morgan Stanley Have?

Morgan Stanley has 82000 employees.

What is the current trading status of Morgan Stanley (MS)?

As of 24 Dec 2025, Morgan Stanley (MS) is trading at a price of 179.50, with a previous close of 179.76. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 179.13 to 180.58, while its 52-week range spans from 94.33 to 181.98.

What Is Morgan Stanley (MS) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Morgan Stanley is USD171.04762, with a high estimate of USD202 and a low estimate of USD125. 9 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an -4.71% Downside potential.

What Is the MS Premarket Price?

MS's last pre-market stock price is 180.30. The pre-market share volume is 8,510.00, and the stock has decreased by 0.54, or 0.30%.

What Is the MS After Hours Price?

MS's last after hours stock price is 179.95, the stock has decreased by 0.45, or 0.25%.
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