10-KPeriod: FY2022

MORGAN STANLEY Annual Report, Year Ended Dec 31, 2022

Filed February 24, 2023For Securities:MSMS-PKMS-POMS-PQMS-PAMS-PFMS-PIMS-PLMS-PPMS-PEMSTLW

Summary

Morgan Stanley reported net revenues of $53.7 billion and net income of $11.0 billion for the year ended December 31, 2022, navigating a challenging market environment characterized by elevated inflation and rising interest rates. Despite a decrease in net revenues from $59.8 billion in 2021, the Firm maintained a strong Common Equity Tier 1 capital ratio of 15.3%. The Institutional Securities segment experienced an 18% decline in net revenues, primarily due to lower Investment Banking activity, although this was partially offset by strong performance in Fixed Income. The Wealth Management segment demonstrated resilience, with net revenues increasing by 1% to $24.4 billion and adding $311 billion in net new assets. The Investment Management segment saw a 14% decrease in net revenues, reflecting lower performance-based income and asset management fees in a challenging market. The Firm continues to focus on its strategic goals, including integrating recent acquisitions and managing risks across its global operations. Despite the headwinds, Morgan Stanley maintained robust capital and liquidity positions, underscoring its financial strength.

Financial Highlights

36 data points
Beta

Net Income

$11.03B

EPS (Diluted)

$6.15

Total Assets

$1.18T

Cash & Equivalents

$128.13B

Free Cash Flow

-$6.40B

Financial Statements
Beta
Interest Expense$12.27B
Net Income$11.03B
EPS (Basic)$6.23
EPS (Diluted)$6.15
Shares Outstanding (Basic)1.69B
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)1.71B

Key Highlights

  • 1Net revenues for the year ended December 31, 2022, were $53.7 billion, a decrease from $59.8 billion in 2021.
  • 2Net income attributable to Morgan Stanley was $11.0 billion, or $6.15 per diluted common share, down from $15.0 billion, or $8.03 per diluted common share in 2021.
  • 3The Firm's Common Equity Tier 1 capital ratio remained strong at 15.3% as of December 31, 2022.
  • 4Institutional Securities net revenues decreased by 18% to $24.4 billion, primarily due to lower Investment Banking revenues.
  • 5Wealth Management net revenues increased by 1% to $24.4 billion, with a pre-tax margin of 27.0%, and added $311 billion in net new assets.
  • 6Investment Management net revenues decreased by 14% to $5.4 billion, reflecting market conditions and lower performance-based income.
  • 7Total compensation and benefits expenses decreased by 6% to $23.1 billion, while non-compensation expenses increased by 5% to $16.2 billion.

Frequently Asked Questions

In 2022, Morgan Stanley reported net revenues of $53.7 billion and net income of $11.0 billion, a decrease from $59.8 billion in net revenues and $15.0 billion in net income in 2021. This decline was primarily driven by a challenging macroeconomic environment impacting investment banking activity and investment management performance.

The Institutional Securities segment's net revenues decreased by 18% due to lower investment banking revenues, though fixed income performance was strong. Wealth Management showed resilience with a 1% increase in net revenues and significant net new asset inflows. Investment Management's net revenues decreased by 14% due to market conditions affecting performance-based income and asset management fees.

Morgan Stanley maintained a strong capital position, with a Common Equity Tier 1 capital ratio of 15.3% as of December 31, 2022. The Firm's Tier 1 capital ratio was 17.2%, and its Tier 1 leverage ratio was 6.7%.

Total compensation and benefits expenses decreased by 6% to $23.1 billion in 2022 compared to 2021, primarily due to lower incentive compensation tied to revenues and lower stock-based compensation. Non-compensation expenses increased by 5% to $16.2 billion, mainly driven by higher technology spending and legal expenses.