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Why Institutional Investors Expect Sustainable Investing to Grow

Dec 2, 2024

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.

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How Investors Can Prepare for Trump’s First 100 Days

Dec 3, 2024

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.

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Why Institutional Investors Expect Sustainable Investing to Grow

Dec 2, 2024

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.

Research

2025 Global Economic Outlook: U.S. Policies May Temper Global Growth

Nov 27, 2024

Global growth is likely to be around 3% in 2025 and 2026, as tariff and immigration policies begin to slow the U.S. economy late next year, and China’s underperformance restrains emerging markets.

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2025 Investment Outlook: Get Ready to Pivot

Dec 3, 2024

A stable global economy is likely to benefit equity and fixed-income markets, though increased uncertainty around U.S. tariffs and immigration policy could jeopardize markets’ recent gains.

Wealth Management

Policy Risks Loom Large for Markets

Nov 27, 2024

Post-election market euphoria has faded and policy uncertainty is rising. How should you invest?

Wealth Management

6 Money Moves to Make in the Decade Before Retirement

Nov 21, 2024

As retirement approaches, you’ll want to have a clear understanding of what your financial needs are and if there’s room for improvement.

Research

Technology That Could Define the Decade

Nov 13, 2024

Innovation driven by necessity may spark significant breakthroughs by 2030 in areas such as self-driving cars, humanoid robots and AI-assisted fertility.

Wealth Management

3 Reasons the ‘Trump Trade’ May Falter

Nov 13, 2024

Donald Trump’s decisive U.S. election victory has equity markets cheering, but rich valuations, lofty earnings targets and risks around policy timing should give investors pause.

Research

Gen Z's Financial Goals Harken to the Past

Nov 6, 2024

Generation Z and millennials, together a key consumer demographic, value family, use credit and don’t mind going to the bank.

Wealth Management

Pay Attention to Earnings

Nov 5, 2024

Mixed results on corporate earnings and lagging profit growth imply a more cautious outlook than the stock market’s optimism would suggest.

Wealth Management

The Growing Opportunity in Private Markets

Nov 4, 2024

Companies are spending more time under private ownership and creating more value for private shareholders in the process.

Wealth Management

Should You Give on Giving Tuesday?

Nov 1, 2024

This international movement raised more than $3.1 billion for a diverse set of charities last year. Why not participate?

Wealth Management

Empowering the Next Generation of Philanthropists

Oct 30, 2024

Millennials and Gen Z are bringing new energy to the future of giving and civic engagement.

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On: Niche Player to Global Sports Brand

Nov 1, 2024

Morgan Stanley and On’s CFO and co-CEO Martin Hoffmann talk about how the athletic shoe and apparel brand is disrupting a market dominated by a few major players.

Wealth Management

Planning to Fund Long-Term Care Expenses

Oct 31, 2024

Health care costs are rising—especially for retirees, and some may need long-term care. Prepare with these moves.

Wealth Management

Bond Market Flashes Warning Signs

Oct 30, 2024

As the S&P 500 continues to hit all-time highs, cautionary signals from the bond market suggest potential risks around rates, inflation and government policy. How should investors prepare?

Wealth Management

3 Reasons to Stay Cautious on Small Caps

Oct 23, 2024

Some investors expect a favorable economy and falling rates to spur a long-awaited rally in smaller stocks. Here are three reasons for caution.

Wealth Management

5 Common Myths About Retirement Planning

Oct 28, 2024

Even if you’re decades away from retirement, there’s no time like the present to start planning. Discover five common misconceptions to avoid and how to build healthy wealth habits today.

Research

What the Election Could Mean for Healthcare

Oct 23, 2024

While voters and investors are tuned in to drug pricing, health premiums and more, major changes appear unlikely regardless of the outcome.

Research

Politics Shouldn't Stall M&A Rebound

Oct 15, 2024

Mergers and acquisitions appear poised for a multi-year recovery, regardless of which candidate moves into the White House.

Wealth Management

What Will Revive China's Economy?

Oct 16, 2024

China’s biggest stimulus since the pandemic has boosted equities, but it may fall short of pulling the economy out of its slump.

Wealth Management

How Trade Policy Could Affect Your Investments

Oct 9, 2024

As the U.S. presidential election nears, tariffs and trade policy are among the most sensitive to the election’s outcome and could have a notable impact on the economy and your portfolio. Here’s what investors should know.

Research

The Rules of Housing Affordability Have Changed

Oct 10, 2024

Although mortgage rates are beginning to ease, the number of home sales is expected to languish for now.

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Sustainable Funds Modestly Outperform as Flows Slow in First Half of 2024

Oct 8, 2024

Sustainable funds had slowing inflows while reaching $3.5 trillion in assets, and they posted a median return of 1.7% compared to traditional funds’ 1.1%.

Wealth Management

Don’t Count on Big Gains for Bonds

Oct 2, 2024

With the likelihood of a recession falling after the Fed rate cut, investors are wondering what a “soft landing” will mean for bonds.

Research

Can Empty Offices Solve the U.S. Housing Shortage?

Oct 2, 2024

While repurposing unused workspaces to much-needed residential space has been floated as a solution, the economic and logistical hurdles of doing so are significant.

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3 Healthcare Investing Trends to Watch

Sep 25, 2024

A rebounding M&A environment, AI investments for productivity and cost reduction, and innovations in digital health and biotechnology were among top themes at the Morgan Stanley Global Healthcare Conference.

Wealth Management

What's Next After the Fed's Rate Cut

Sep 25, 2024

The rate cut could bode well for an economic soft landing, but now companies will need to deliver on ambitious earnings growth. Here’s why.

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Conflicting Views on Rate Cuts

Sep 18, 2024

With this week’s widely anticipated rate cut, equity markets seem optimistic about the economy, but bond investors worry the Fed may have missed its window to forestall a recession. Who’s right?

Research

A Bumpy Ride for the U.S. Dollar

Sep 18, 2024

How changes in fiscal, trade and monetary policy resulting from the U.S. election could move the dollar.

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Hidden Gems for Investors as Frontier Economies Move Past Crises

Sep 18, 2024

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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25 Tech Startups Join Inclusive Ventures Lab's New Cohort

Sep 13, 2024

Morgan Stanley’s in-house accelerator, which has a proven track record of growing technology and tech-enabled startups around the world, welcomes its 10th cohort.

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Promoting Healthy Longevity

Sep 11, 2024

As the global population gets older and lives longer, food plays an important role in healthy longevity—offering opportunities for companies that support wellbeing.

Wealth Management

How Far and Fast Will the Fed Cut Rates?

Sep 11, 2024

Investors hoping for swift and steep cuts may be disappointed as the U.S. central bank prepares to lower interest rates for the first time in more than four years.

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Investing in Assets on the Path to Sustainability

Sep 10, 2024

Sustainable funds are increasingly considering investing in companies with clear potential to improve their sustainability metrics—even in traditionally under-owned industries such as energy and real estate.

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Retailers of the Future Stock Up on Technology

Sep 4, 2024

Retail is entering a new phase as automation and AI promise to drive new growth opportunities for the largest players.