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Morgan Stanley

S&P 500
MS|Financial Services|Capital Markets|$165.87|P/E 15.3|MCap 247.2B|NYSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial holding company that provides a comprehensive range of financial products and services to governments, financial institutions, corporations, and individuals across the Americas, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The firm operates through three primary segments: Institutional Securities, Wealth Management, and Investment Management. In Institutional Securities, it offers capital raising, financial advisory services including underwriting of debt and equity securities, and expertise in mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, and project finance. The Wealth Management segment delivers personalized investment advice, brokerage services, and planning solutions to high-net-worth clients. Investment Management encompasses asset management strategies across equity, fixed income, alternatives, and multi-asset solutions. With a market capitalization exceeding $200 billion, substantial revenue of $55.87 billion, and net income of $12.04 billion on a trailing twelve-month basis, Morgan Stanley plays a pivotal role in global capital markets by facilitating liquidity, enabling strategic transactions, and supporting long-term wealth creation for diverse clients worldwide.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

2.52%

Annual Dividend

$3.92

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

37.71%

FCF Payout Ratio

-31.72%

Stock Price

$165.87

52-Week Range

$94.33 $192.68

Dividend Health Score

77/ 100Safe

MS's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 37.7% earnings payout ratio & 20.4% net debt / total assets. Areas of concern: -31.7% fcf payout ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 22.42% 5-year CAGR. As a financial company, some traditional cash flow metrics are less applicable. The score focuses on earnings-based coverage and profitability.

Based on 10 of 10 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Caution
Earnings Payout Ratio
37.7%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
-31.7%Danger

Balance Sheet

Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
20.4%Safe

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
15.6%Safe
Operating Margin
38.6%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
StableSafe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
22.4%Very Safe
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

MS annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

MS earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

January 30, 2026

Next Payment Date

February 13, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

9.28%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

22.42%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

21.48%

3-Year Total Growth

30.51%

5-Year Total Growth

175.00%

10-Year Total Growth

600.00%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$16,587.00

Annual Income

$392.50

Quarterly Income

$98.13

Monthly Income

$32.71

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is MS's current dividend yield?
Morgan Stanley (MS) currently has a dividend yield of 2.52%, based on a stock price of $165.87 and an annual dividend of $3.92.
When is MS's next dividend payment date?
MS's next ex-dividend date is 2026-01-30 and the next payment date is 2026-02-13. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does MS pay in dividends per year?
Morgan Stanley paid $3.85 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has MS been increasing its dividend?
Morgan Stanley has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 22.42% and a 10-year CAGR of 21.48%.
Is MS's dividend safe?
Morgan Stanley has a payout ratio of 37.71%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is MS's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Morgan Stanley's dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for financial services companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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