Morgan Stanley (MS) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Morgan Stanley stock (MS) is currently trading at $165.65. Morgan Stanley PE ratio is 16.24. Morgan Stanley PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 3.74. Analyst consensus price target for MS is $194.95. WallStSmart rates MS as Buy.
Morgan Stanley (MS) stock price prediction for 2030: Base case $333.50. Bull case $416.88. Bear case $250.13. See full MS 2030 price forecast and methodology on WallStSmart.
- MS PE ratio analysis and historical PE chart
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- MS intrinsic value — DCF, Graham Number, EPV models
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- MS fair value vs current price
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- Morgan Stanley financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- MS Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- MS analyst price target and Smart Rating
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MS Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Morgan Stanley (MS)
MS trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $407.18, offering a 59% margin of safety — a level value investors typically seek before buying.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Morgan Stanley (MS) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in market cap, operating margin, eps growth. Overall metrics suggest strong investment potential with favorable risk/reward.
Morgan Stanley (MS) Key Strengths (6)
Mega-cap company, among the largest in the world
Keeps $39 of every $100 in revenue after operating costs
Keeps $24 of every $100 in revenue as net profit
Strong earnings growth at 20.70% per year
62.71% held by institutions, strong professional interest
Solid profitability: $16 profit per $100 equity
Supporting Valuation Data
Morgan Stanley (MS) Areas to Watch (4)
Growth is fairly priced, not cheap, not expensive
Revenue is fairly priced at 3.74x sales
Fairly priced relative to book value
Solid revenue growth at 11.00% per year
Morgan Stanley (MS) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 76/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a B+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 6 register as strengths (avg 8.8/10) while 4 fall into concern territory (avg 6.0/10). All four categories (Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality) show healthy scores, indicating broadly sound fundamentals.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 15.60%, Operating Margin at 38.60%, Profit Margin at 24.00%. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 20.70%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are PEG Ratio, Price/Sales, Price/Book. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.83), Price/Sales (3.74), Price/Book (2.52) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 11.00%, which may limit upside.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether PEG Ratio improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 15.60% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 11.00% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate risk investment. The weight of evidence leans positive, with more strengths than concerns. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
The combination of Market Cap and Operating Margin makes a compelling case at current levels. The key risk is PEG Ratio, but the overall fundamental picture is positive with a clear path to maintaining or improving the current B+ grade.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
MS Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
MS's Price-to-Sales ratio of 3.74x trades 158% above its historical average of 1.45x (99th percentile), historically expensive. The current valuation is 0% below its historical high of 3.74x set in Mar 2026, and 1527% above its historical low of 0.23x in Dec 2008.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Morgan Stanley (MS) · FINANCIAL SERVICES › CAPITAL MARKETS
The Big Picture
Morgan Stanley is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 70.3B with 11% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 24.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.
Key Findings
Profit margin of 24.0% and operating margin of 38.6% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.
Free cash flow is -4.6B, meaning the company is burning cash. This may be acceptable for high-growth companies investing heavily.
What to Watch Next
Sector dynamics: monitor CAPITAL MARKETS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Morgan Stanley.
Bottom Line
Morgan Stanley is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 24.0% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
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About Morgan Stanley(MS)
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Morgan Stanley is an American multinational investment bank and financial services company headquartered at 1585 Broadway in the Morgan Stanley Building, Midtown Manhattan, New York City.