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MORGAN STANLEY 8-K Report, Financial Results (Apr 21, 2011)

Filed April 21, 2011For Securities:MSMS-PKMS-POMS-PQMS-PAMS-PFMS-PIMS-PLMS-PPMS-PEMSTLW

Summary

Morgan Stanley filed an 8-K on April 21, 2011, to report its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2011. The filing primarily serves to incorporate by reference the company's press release (Exhibit 99.1) and a detailed Financial Data Supplement (Exhibit 99.2) that contain the specific operational and financial condition details for the period. Investors should refer to these exhibits for a comprehensive understanding of Morgan Stanley's performance during the quarter.

Key Highlights

  • 1Morgan Stanley reported its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2011.
  • 2The 8-K filing serves as an official notification and incorporates by reference the company's earnings press release.
  • 3A Financial Data Supplement for the first quarter of 2011 is also included as an exhibit.
  • 4Investors are directed to Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2 for detailed financial and operational information.
  • 5The information furnished under Item 2.02 is deemed 'filed' under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially report Morgan Stanley's financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2011, and to incorporate by reference the associated press release and financial data supplement.

Detailed financial results and operational information for the quarter ended March 31, 2011, can be found in the press release (Exhibit 99.1) and the Financial Data Supplement (Exhibit 99.2) attached to this 8-K filing.

This 8-K filing itself does not list specific financial figures. It directs investors to the attached Exhibits 99.1 (press release) and 99.2 (Financial Data Supplement) where those details are provided.

The filing states that the information furnished under Item 2.02 (the financial results) is deemed 'filed' for purposes of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means it is subject to the reporting requirements and liabilities associated with filed information, rather than information merely 'furnished,' which has fewer regulatory implications.