Morgan Stanley reported third-quarter 2026 revenue of $20.3 billion, EPS of $3.03 and a return on tangible common equity of 22.6%, its fifth straight quarter above 20%. Wealth management posted record revenue of $9.1 billion and record net new assets of $232 billion, while total client assets rose nearly $400 billion to $10.5 trillion. Institutional Securities revenue rose 18% to $10 billion, with equity revenue up 41%, while investment banking revenue rose 2% to $2.2 billion. Chairman and CEO Ted Pick described two phases in the quarter: strong risk appetite in July and August tied to hyperscaler investment in AI infrastructure, followed by a slowdown after Labor Day amid renewed Middle East tensions. The article also highlights risks from higher rates, geopolitical tensions and elevated asset valuations.
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