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Morgan Stanley Announces 3% Workforce Reduction Amid Record Profits

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EFFECTIVE DATE
Mar 5, 2026

What we know

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Morgan Stanley has announced a workforce reduction of 3%, which translates to approximately 300 employees being laid off. This decision comes despite the company reporting record profits, indicating a shift towards greater efficiency. The layoffs reflect a broader trend within the financial sector as firms seek to streamline operations. The specific departments affected and the locations of the layoffs were not disclosed in the announcement. This move is part of Morgan Stanley's strategy to adapt to changing market conditions and optimize its workforce.

LayoffTalk has tracked 18 layoff events at Morgan Stanley since June 2025, including 528 jobs documented in official WARN filings, with 14 additional events known from news reporting.

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Morgan StanleyMS
Financials · 80,000 employees
18
EVENTS TRACKED
528
JOBS IN WARN FILINGS
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CREATED APR 15, 2026LAST UPDATED AUG 27, 2026