Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Thursday, 2026-01-15. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.

Analysts expect Morgan Stanley to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $2.44.

The announcement from Morgan Stanley is eagerly anticipated, with investors seeking news of surpassing estimates and favorable guidance for the next quarter.

It's worth noting for new investors that guidance can be a key determinant of stock price movements.

Past Earnings Performance

During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS beat by $0.71, leading to a 1.62% drop in the share price on the subsequent day.

Here's a look at Morgan Stanley's past performance and the resulting price change:

Quarter

Q3 2025

Q2 2025

Q1 2025

Q4 2024

EPS Estimate

2.09

1.98

2.2

1.69

EPS Actual

2.80

2.13

2.6

2.22

Price Change %

-2.00

1.00

1.0

2.00

Stock Performance

Shares of Morgan Stanley were trading at $182.76 as of January 13. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 34.57%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders should be satisfied going into this earnings release.

Analyst Observations about Morgan Stanley

For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on Morgan Stanley.

Analysts have provided Morgan Stanley with 10 ratings, resulting in a consensus rating of Outperform. The average ...