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Morgan Stanley Announces Layoffs in Overseas Operations

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
300
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~0.4%
EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 1, 2023
300 OF 80,000 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: overseas.

Department affected: various departments.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Morgan Stanley has announced layoffs affecting approximately 300 employees in its overseas operations. This decision comes as part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at optimizing the company's global workforce. The layoffs are expected to impact various roles within the international divisions, reflecting the company's ongoing adjustments to market conditions. The move underscores the challenges Morgan Stanley faces in maintaining efficiency while navigating a competitive financial landscape. The layoffs are part of a strategic shift to enhance operational effectiveness and align resources with current business needs.

Morgan Stanley cut 300 jobs affecting its various departments team as of October 1, 2023.

That is roughly 0.4% of the 80,000 people Morgan Stanley employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 22 layoff events at Morgan Stanley since October 2023, affecting a combined 8,179 employees.

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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Morgan Stanley cut 300 jobs on October 1, 2023. Were you affected, or do you know people who were? How was it handled — severance, notice, which teams? You can post anonymously below.

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EVENTS TRACKED
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AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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