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- Morgan Stanley helps people, institutions and governments raise, manage and distribute the capital they need to achieve their goals.
  
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- Since our founding in 1935, Morgan Stanley has consistently delivered first-class business in a first-class way. Underpinning all that we do are five core values.
  
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- Since our founding in 1935, Morgan Stanley has consistently delivered first-class business in a first-class way. Underpinning all that we do are five core values.
  
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  Morgan Stanley leadership is dedicated to conducting first-class business in a first-class way. Our board of directors and senior executives hold the belief that capital can and should benefit all of society.
- Since our founding in 1935, Morgan Stanley has consistently delivered first-class business in a first-class way. Underpinning all that we do are five core values.
  
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  From our origins as a small Wall Street partnership to becoming a global firm of more than 80,000 employees today, Morgan Stanley has been committed to clients and communities for 87 years.
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- Since our founding in 1935, Morgan Stanley has consistently delivered first-class business in a first-class way. Underpinning all that we do are five core values.
  
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  Morgan Stanley is differentiated by the caliber of our diverse team. Our culture of access and inclusion has built our legacy and shapes our future, helping to strengthen our business and bring value to clients.
- Since our founding in 1935, Morgan Stanley has consistently delivered first-class business in a first-class way. Underpinning all that we do are five core values.
  
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  Our firm's commitment to sustainability informs our operations, governance, risk management, diversity efforts, philanthropy and research.
- Since our founding in 1935, Morgan Stanley has consistently delivered first-class business in a first-class way. Underpinning all that we do are five core values.
  
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  At Morgan Stanley, giving back is a core value—a central part of our culture globally. We live that commitment through long-lasting partnerships, community-based delivery and engaging our best asset—Morgan Stanley employees.
- Since our founding in 1935, Morgan Stanley has consistently delivered first-class business in a first-class way. Underpinning all that we do are five core values.
  
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  As a global financial services firm, Morgan Stanley is committed to technological innovation. We rely on our technologists around the world to create leading-edge, secure platforms for all our businesses.
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Ready to innovate and make an impact every day? Morgan Stanley offers unparalleled opportunities, a commitment to inclusion and a supportive environment in which our people can develop to reach their full potential

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A Common Purpose

We offer sustainable investment products, foster innovative solutions and provide actionable insights across sustainability issues.

Investment Strategies

At Morgan Stanley Investment Management, our goal is to provide strong long-term performance to a diverse client base of governments, institutions, corporations, advisors and individuals worldwide

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Diverse Client

At Morgan Stanley Investment Management, our goal is to provide strong long-term performance to a diverse client base of governments, institutions, corporations, advisors and individuals worldwide

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Financial Goals

Advised Funds

There’s more to charitable giving than you may realize. Here’s one method that may be tax-efficient and can help maximize your impact.

Hidden Gems for Investors

Small emerging and frontier economies have gone through unusual turmoil in recent years and may present compelling investing opportunities as they recover.

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Emerging Markets

Some of the world’s emerging markets and frontier markets that have experienced the most turmoil may now be best positioned for investment opportunities.

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Institutional Investors

Both asset managers and asset owners see sustainable assets growing in the next two years, though lack of data and greenwashing continue to be challenges.

Manange your giving

Donations to a donor advised fund (DAF) are eligible for a US federal income tax deduction and, once invested, can potentially grow, tax-free..

Large fiscal deficits

To address these pressures, Egypt secured a $35 billion land deal with the United Arab Emirates, providing a much-needed cash infusion.
Strong Investment

Investors may find opportunity in large corporate banks, which are earning strong investment income due to high interest rates.

Global Impact Funding Trust

May be a good option. Administered by a 501(c)(3) public charity, a DAF manages charitable donations on your behalf, while giving you important—and immediate—benefits.

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Economic Impact

The GOP’s 2024 U.S. election result sets the stage for pivotal shifts in policy. Discover what investors should expect for the economy and key equity sectors.

Substantial Changes

The Trump administration has the capacity to act unilaterally on several fronts, including tariffs, immigration and deregulation. However, more substantial changes, such as deeper tax cuts and significant budget adjustments, will require congressional approval.

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Leaders and Laggards

While markets have responded positively to the Republican sweep, scenarios ranging from slower-than-expected deregulation to shallower tax cuts could lead to underwhelming policy implementations, potentially disappointing markets and creating a bifurcation between potential sector beneficiaries and laggards.

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Potential Equity

The Trump administration has the capacity to act unilaterally on several fronts, including tariffs, immigration and deregulation. However, more substantial changes, such as deeper tax cuts.

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Private Investment

Defense

U.S. defense spending is expected to remain strong amid rising geopolitical tensions. That said, European defense stocks have outperformed U.S. counterparts, fueled by uncertainties about future U.S.

Reform Program

The economic pain has come in part from President Bola Tinubu’s ambitious reform program, which included increasing fuel prices and transitioning to a market exchange rate.
Investing Opportunities

In terms of investing opportunities, we see promise in telecommunications companies with a presence in Nigeria, which could benefit from growing data demand—as more smartphones are leading to increased data consumption

Technology and Communications

The technology sector could see varying fortunes, with cryptocurrencies and AI-related industries likely benefiting from a favorable stance by the Trump administration.

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AI and the Energy Transition

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