Morgan Stanley Reports CEO Compensation and Strong 2025 Financial Performance
Summary
Morgan Stanley's Compensation Committee determined 2025 compensation for CEO Edward Pick, based on his outstanding performance and the Firm's exceptional 2025 results. Mr. Pick's compensation was set at $45 million, with 75% deferred over three years and subject to cancellation. For 2025, the Firm achieved record net revenues of $70.6 billion (up approximately 14% year-over-year) and record net income of approximately $16.9 billion, with earnings per share also a record at $10.21. Pre-tax profit reached $22.0 billion, an increase of approximately 25% year-over-year.
Why It Matters
Investors should note the strong 2025 financial performance, including record net revenues, net income, and EPS, alongside a 25% increase in pre-tax profit, which underpinned the determination of CEO Edward Pick's $45 million compensation package.
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Key Quote
“The Firm delivered pre-tax profit of $22.0 billion (up approximately 25% year-over-year).”
— From Item 8.01
Filing Details
Reported Items
Additional Information
- CIK Number
- 0000895421
- Filing Date
- Wednesday, February 11, 2026
- Filing Time
- 12:00 AM UTC
- Form Type
- 8-K
- Materiality Level
- high
- Sentiment
- positive