Morgan Stanley

NYSE:MS USA Capital Markets
Market Cap
$246.47 Billion
Market Cap Rank
#85 Global
#68 in USA
Share Price
$155.70
Change (1 day)
+0.54%
52-Week Range
$99.83 - $191.23
All Time High
$191.23
About

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 relat… Read more

Morgan Stanley (MS) - Total Assets

Latest total assets as of September 2025: $1.36 Trillion USD

Based on the latest financial reports, Morgan Stanley (MS) holds total assets worth $1.36 Trillion USD as of September 2025.

Total assets represent everything the company owns and controls, combining both current assets—like cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, and inventories—and non-current assets such as property, plant, equipment (PP&E), intangible assets, and long-term investments.

Morgan Stanley - Total Assets Trend (1985–2024)

This chart illustrates how Morgan Stanley’s total assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore and compare other companies by total assets.

Morgan Stanley - Asset Composition Analysis

Current Asset Composition (December 2024)

Morgan Stanley's total assets of $1.36 Trillion consist of 40.1% current assets and 59.9% non-current assets.

Asset Category Amount (USD) % of Total Assets
Cash & Equivalents $100.95 Billion 6.2%
Accounts Receivable $86.16 Billion 7.1%
Inventory $0.00 0.0%
Property, Plant & Equipment $4.11 Billion 0.3%
Intangible Assets $6.45 Billion 0.5%
Goodwill $16.71 Billion 1.4%

Asset Composition Trend (1985–2024)

This chart illustrates how Morgan Stanley's asset composition has evolved over time. Understanding changes in asset allocation can provide insights into the company's strategic shifts, capital allocation priorities, and business focus evolution.

Key Asset Composition Facts

  • Current vs. Non-Current Assets: Morgan Stanley's current assets represent 40.1% of total assets in 2024, an increase from 0.0% in 1985.
  • Cash Position: Cash and equivalents constituted 6.2% of total assets in 2024, up from 0.0% in 1985.
  • Tangible vs. Intangible: Intangible assets (including goodwill) make up 1.0% of total assets, an increase from 0.0% in 1985.
  • Asset Diversification: The largest asset category is cash and equivalents at 6.2% of total assets.

Morgan Stanley Competitors by Total Assets

Key competitors of Morgan Stanley based on total assets are shown below.

Company Country Total Assets
CBEYOND
F:C5B
Germany €931.79K
Shenwan Hongyuan Group Co Ltd
SHE:000166
China CN¥721.97 Billion
Northeast Securities Co Ltd
SHE:000686
China CN¥110.06 Billion
Guangdong Golden Dragon Development Inc
SHE:000712
China CN¥22.93 Billion
Sealand Securities Co Ltd
SHE:000750
China CN¥74.96 Billion
Changjiang Securities Co Ltd
SHE:000783
China CN¥191.54 Billion
Eugene Inv&Sec
KO:001200
Korea ₩10.26 Trillion
Holly Futures Co. Ltd. A
SHE:001236
China CN¥10.76 Billion

Morgan Stanley - Asset Efficiency Metrics

Asset efficiency metrics measure how effectively a company uses its assets to generate revenue and profits. These indicators help investors evaluate management's ability to deploy capital efficiently.

Asset Turnover Ratio

Measures how efficiently a company uses its assets to generate sales

Historical Range: 0.04 - 0.08

Lower asset utilization - Morgan Stanley generates 0.08x its asset value in annual revenue.

Return on Assets (ROA)

Measures how efficiently a company uses its assets to generate profits

Historical Range: 0.72% - 1.27%

Moderate ROA - For every $100 in assets, Morgan Stanley generates $ 1.10 in net profit.

Morgan Stanley - Liquidity and Working Capital Analysis

Liquidity ratios measure a company's ability to pay off its short-term debts as they come due, using the company's current or quick assets. Working capital represents the operational liquidity available.

Key Liquidity Metrics

Metric Current 1 Year Ago 5 Years Ago
Current Ratio 0.26 0.68 0.80
Quick Ratio 0.26 0.68 0.80
Cash Ratio 0.12 0.11 0.00
Working Capital $-624.00 Billion $ -253.16 Billion $ -143.68 Billion

Morgan Stanley - Advanced Valuation Insights

This section examines the relationship between Morgan Stanley's asset base and its market valuation, helping to identify whether the company's assets are efficiently translated into market value.

Key Valuation Metrics

Current Price-to-Book Ratio 2.70
Latest Market Cap to Assets Ratio 0.15
Asset Growth Rate (YoY) 1.8%
Total Assets $1.22 Trillion
Market Capitalization $187.09 Billion USD

Valuation Analysis

Below Book Valuation: The market values Morgan Stanley's assets below their book value (0.15 x), which may indicate investor concerns about asset quality or future growth.

Positive Asset Growth: Morgan Stanley's assets grew by 1.8% over the past year, showing continued investment in the company's operational capacity.

Annual Total Assets for Morgan Stanley (1985–2024)

The table below shows the annual total assets of Morgan Stanley from 1985 to 2024.

Year Total Assets Change
2024-12-31 $1.22 Trillion +1.79%
2023-12-31 $1.19 Trillion +1.14%
2022-12-31 $1.18 Trillion -0.67%
2021-12-31 $1.19 Trillion +6.48%
2020-12-31 $1.12 Trillion +24.62%
2019-12-31 $895.43 Billion +4.91%
2018-12-31 $853.53 Billion +0.21%
2017-12-31 $851.73 Billion +4.51%
2016-12-31 $814.95 Billion +3.49%
2015-12-31 $787.47 Billion -1.75%
2014-12-31 $801.51 Billion -3.75%
2013-12-31 $832.70 Billion +6.63%
2012-12-31 $780.96 Billion +4.14%
2011-12-31 $749.90 Billion -7.16%
2010-12-31 $807.70 Billion +4.70%
2009-12-31 $771.46 Billion +13.99%
2008-12-31 $676.76 Billion -35.26%
2007-12-31 $1.05 Trillion -6.76%
2006-12-31 $1.12 Trillion +24.78%
2005-12-31 $898.52 Billion +20.23%
2004-12-31 $747.33 Billion +23.97%
2003-12-31 $602.84 Billion +13.85%
2002-12-31 $529.50 Billion +9.71%
2001-12-31 $482.63 Billion +14.56%
2000-12-31 $421.28 Billion +14.80%
1999-12-31 $366.97 Billion +15.55%
1998-12-31 $317.59 Billion +5.06%
1997-12-31 $302.29 Billion +612.71%
1996-12-31 $42.41 Billion +11.01%
1995-12-31 $38.21 Billion +19.93%
1994-12-31 $31.86 Billion +15.17%
1993-12-31 $27.66 Billion -65.57%
1992-12-31 $80.35 Billion +26.13%
1991-12-31 $63.71 Billion +19.02%
1990-12-31 $53.53 Billion +0.47%
1989-12-31 $53.28 Billion +33.02%
1988-12-31 $40.05 Billion +35.02%
1987-12-31 $29.66 Billion +4.47%
1986-12-31 $28.39 Billion +79.77%
1985-12-31 $15.79 Billion --