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MORGAN STANLEY 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Dec 13, 2011)

Filed December 13, 2011For Securities:MSMS-PKMS-POMS-PQMS-PAMS-PFMS-PIMS-PLMS-PPMS-PEMSTLW

Summary

Morgan Stanley announced on December 13, 2011, that it has reached a comprehensive settlement with MBIA. This settlement is expected to result in a pre-tax loss of approximately $1.8 billion, which translates to a $1.2 billion after-tax loss. While this represents a significant financial impact, the company also noted that the settlement will strengthen its capital position. Specifically, the settlement is projected to increase Morgan Stanley's pro forma Tier 1 common ratio by approximately 75 basis points under the forthcoming Basel III regulatory framework. This capital enhancement is a key takeaway for investors, indicating a move towards strengthening the firm's financial resilience despite the substantial settlement charge.

Key Highlights

  • 1Morgan Stanley has finalized a comprehensive settlement with MBIA.
  • 2The settlement will incur a pre-tax loss of approximately $1.8 billion.
  • 3The after-tax impact of the settlement is estimated at $1.2 billion.
  • 4The settlement is expected to boost Morgan Stanley's pro forma Tier 1 common ratio by roughly 75 basis points.
  • 5This capital improvement is measured against the Basel III regulatory standards.
  • 6The press release detailing the settlement is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to the filing.
  • 7The company included a standard forward-looking statements disclaimer, cautioning investors about inherent risks and uncertainties.

Frequently Asked Questions

The settlement with MBIA is expected to result in a pre-tax loss of approximately $1.8 billion, or $1.2 billion after-tax.

The settlement is anticipated to increase Morgan Stanley's pro forma Tier 1 common ratio by approximately 75 basis points under the Basel III framework, indicating a strengthening of its capital position.

The settlement was announced on December 13, 2011, and the related 8-K filing was made on the same date.

Basel III is a global regulatory framework for banks. The improvement in the Tier 1 common ratio under these new standards suggests Morgan Stanley is enhancing its capital adequacy in anticipation of future regulatory requirements.