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UPCOMING · ESTIMATEDPublished Dec 28, 2025

Morgan Stanley Plans Job Cuts Starting in June

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
300
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~0.4%
PLANNED DATE
Jun 1, 2025
300 OF 80,000 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Morgan Stanley has announced plans to lay off 3% of its employees as part of a restructuring effort. The decision reflects the company's response to current market conditions and aims to streamline operations. While specific details regarding the number of employees affected or the timeline for these layoffs have not been disclosed, the announcement indicates a significant workforce adjustment is forthcoming. This move aligns with broader trends in the financial sector as firms adapt to changing economic landscapes.

Morgan Stanley cut 300 jobs as of June 1, 2025.

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 has announced planned job cuts affecting 300 employees, expected around June 2025. What are you hearing from inside the company? Any details on which departments or locations? You can post anonymously below.

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Estimated figure based on news reporting. Not yet confirmed by Morgan Stanley.

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Financial Services · 80,000 employees
22
EVENTS TRACKED
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AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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