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Morgan Stanley to Lay Off 3% of Workforce, Financial Advisors Exempt

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EFFECTIVE DATE
May 25, 2026

What we know

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Morgan Stanley has announced that it will lay off 3% of its workforce, although financial advisors will not be affected by these cuts. This decision reflects the company's ongoing adjustments in response to market conditions. The layoffs are part of a broader trend in the financial sector as firms seek to streamline operations and reduce costs. Specific details regarding the exact number of employees affected were not disclosed, but the percentage indicates a significant reduction in staff. The company aims to maintain its competitive edge while navigating the challenges of the current economic landscape.

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 MAY 21, 2026LAST UPDATED MAY 26, 2026