Morgan Stanley

Intro and history: Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The firm was founded in 1935 by Henry Sturgis Morgan and Harold Stanley. It has its headquarters in New York City. Morgan Stanley operates in 42 countries and has more than 60,000 employees worldwide. Industry: Financial Services Product, Services and Operations: Morgan Stanley provides various financial services, including securities, asset management, and credit services. It operates through three business segments: Institutional Securities, Wealth Management, and Investment Management. Funding Details: As a publicly traded company, Morgan Stanley's funding comes from its operations and public investors. As of 2021, its market capitalization is approximately $168 billion. Acquisitions: Notable acquisitions include Smith Barney from Citigroup in 2009, and E*Trade in 2020. Awards and Achievements: Morgan Stanley has received numerous awards and recognitions, including being named the Best Bank for Wealth Management in North America by Euromoney in 2017, and being ranked No. 1 in global IPO underwriting in 2018.