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Morgan Stanley profit rises as traders ride market turmoil

UNITED STATES, JUL 16 – Morgan Stanley's net revenue rose 12% to $16.8 billion, driven by strong trading, wealth management growth, and increased client activity amid market volatility, CEO Ted Pick said.

  • Morgan Stanley reported strong second-quarter 2025 earnings of $2.13 per share and net income of $3.5 billion, delivering results on July 17, 2025.
  • The strong financial performance followed increased market volatility, higher client activity, and deal discussions ramping up despite tariff-related uncertainty.
  • Institutional Securities posted $7.6 billion in net revenues driven by markets and equity strength, while Wealth Management added $59 billion in net new assets and $7.76 billion in net revenues.
  • Ted Pick, CEO and Chairman, highlighted that Morgan Stanley achieved a robust quarter, marking six consecutive quarters of steady earnings despite variable market conditions.
  • Morgan Stanley's results suggest durable growth and optimism for increased dealmaking and stock listings in the year's second half amid rising shareholder returns.
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Benzinga broke the news in New York, United States on Wednesday, July 16, 2025.
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