
Morgan Stanley (MS)
Morgan Stanley is a global financial services firm specializing in investment banking, securities, wealth management, and investment management. Founded in 1935, it is one of the world's leading financial institutions, providing services to corporations, governments, and individual clients worldwide.
Dividend History
Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
---|---|---|---|
August 15, 2025 | $1.00 | 2025-07-31 | 2025-07-31 |
May 15, 2025 | $0.93 | 2025-04-30 | 2025-04-30 |
February 14, 2025 | $0.93 | 2025-01-31 | 2025-01-31 |
November 15, 2024 | $0.93 | 2024-10-31 | 2024-10-31 |
August 15, 2024 | $0.93 | 2024-07-31 | 2024-07-31 |
Dividends Summary
- Morgan Stanley has issued 87 dividend payments over the past 21 years
- The most recent dividend was paid 36 days ago, on August 15, 2025
- The highest dividend payed out to investors during this period was $1 per share
- The average dividend paid during this period was $0.32 per share.
Company News
Global investment firm Carlyle announced pricing of $800 million senior notes due in 2035, with the offering expected to close on September 19, 2025, and proceeds to be used for general corporate purposes.
Apartment Investment and Management Company (Aimco) sold four suburban Boston properties for $490 million to Harbor Group International and announced a $2.23 per share special cash dividend, demonstrating its strategy to maximize shareholder value through strategic asset dispositions.
Morgan Stanley's CEO Ted Pick believes the company is positioned for a robust mergers and acquisitions cycle, despite recent dealmaking slowdowns. IPO activity is showing signs of improvement, with a 30% increase in filed IPOs compared to last year.
Zacks Research downgraded Amazon from Strong Buy to Hold, marking a rare shift in analyst sentiment. Despite the downgrade, most analysts remain bullish, with price targets ranging from $280-$300, and the stock continues to show strong momentum.
PRA Group, Inc. reported strong Q2 2024 earnings, with EPS of $0.54 significantly exceeding the consensus estimate. The company saw improved cash collections, higher portfolio income, and solid purchasing activity, though expenses also increased. The company provided an optimistic outlook for 2024, expecting continued portfolio investment and double-digit cash collection growth.