8-KEarnings & ResultsRegulation FDExhibits & Filings

MORGAN STANLEY 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jan 17, 2019)

Filed January 17, 2019For Securities:MSMS-PKMS-POMS-PQMS-PAMS-PFMS-PIMS-PLMS-PPMS-PEMSTLW

Summary

Morgan Stanley filed an 8-K on January 17, 2019, to report its financial results for the quarter and full year ended December 31, 2018. The filing primarily serves to attach and reference the company's earnings press release (Exhibit 99.1) and a supplementary financial data package (Exhibit 99.2). Additionally, it includes a presentation (Exhibit 99.3) that was used during an investor conference call to discuss these results and future outlook. Investors should note that the financial information presented in the exhibits is the core content of this filing. While the press release and data supplement are considered "filed" under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the presentation is furnished under Regulation FD and does not carry the same legal implications regarding incorporation into other SEC filings. The company cautioned investors about forward-looking statements within the presentation, emphasizing that actual results could differ materially due to various risks and uncertainties.

Key Highlights

  • 1Morgan Stanley announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2018 on January 17, 2019.
  • 2The 8-K filing includes the earnings press release (Exhibit 99.1) and a Financial Data Supplement (Exhibit 99.2) for the period ended December 31, 2018.
  • 3A presentation (Exhibit 99.3) used for an investor conference call is also included, providing further details and commentary on the results.
  • 4Information furnished in Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2 is deemed "filed" with the SEC.
  • 5Exhibit 99.3, the presentation, is furnished under Regulation FD and is not considered "filed" in the same manner.
  • 6The company included a cautionary note regarding forward-looking statements within the presentation, highlighting potential risks and uncertainties.
  • 7Investors are directed to review the company's other SEC filings, including its 10-K and 10-Q, for a comprehensive understanding of risks and financial condition.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and provide access to Morgan Stanley's financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2018. It incorporates by reference the company's earnings press release and financial data supplement.

The key documents attached are Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release), Exhibit 99.2 (Financial Data Supplement), and Exhibit 99.3 (Morgan Stanley Presentation). These documents contain the detailed financial information and management's commentary.

No. The press release (Exhibit 99.1) and financial data supplement (Exhibit 99.2) are considered 'filed' with the SEC. The presentation (Exhibit 99.3), however, is furnished under Regulation FD and is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of liability under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Investors should be cautious about forward-looking statements included in the presentation. The company explicitly states that these statements are subject to risks and uncertainties and that actual results may differ materially from management's current estimates and projections.