Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a broad range of investment banking, securities, wealth management and investment management services. Its Institutional Securities division advises corporations, governments and institutions on mergers and acquisitions, capital raising and risk management strategies while offering sales, trading and research across equities, fixed income and commodities. The Wealth Management arm serves individual investors and families with financial planning, brokerage, lending and trust services, and the Investment Management group develops customized asset management solutions for pension funds, endowments, foundations and retail clients.
Founded in 1935 by Henry S. Morgan and Harold Stanley in the wake of the Glass–Steagall Act, the firm has grown through a combination of organic expansion and strategic acquisitions. Over its history, Morgan Stanley has played a leading role in many of the world’s largest capital markets transactions and has continually evolved its offerings in response to market developments, including advances in electronic trading and alternative investments. James P. Gorman has served as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer since 2010, steering the firm’s strategic direction and innovation initiatives.
Headquartered in New York City, Morgan Stanley operates in more than 40 countries with a network of offices spanning the Americas, Europe, Asia and Latin America. This global footprint allows the firm to deliver local market expertise alongside international capital markets access, supporting clients across diverse economic environments. By combining broad geographic coverage with specialized regional teams, Morgan Stanley aims to provide integrated financial solutions that address the evolving needs of its corporate, institutional and individual clients.