Morgan Stanley Boosts Dividend by 15 Cents to $1.15/Share, Reauthorizes $20B Buyback Program
MS sits 64% above its 52-week low of $135.01.
Summary
Morgan Stanley announced a 15-cent increase in its quarterly dividend, bringing it to $1.15 per share. The company also reauthorized a substantial $20 billion multi-year common equity share repurchase program. These capital allocation decisions follow strong Q1 2026 financial results and previous indications of increased shareholder returns. The significant dividend hike and large buyback program underscore the company's robust financial position and commitment to enhancing shareholder value.
At the time of this announcement, MS was trading at $221.00 on NYSE in the Finance sector, with a market capitalization of approximately $346.8B. The 52-week trading range was $135.01 to $230.47. This news item was assessed with positive market sentiment and an importance score of 8 out of 10. Source: Dow Jones Newswires.