Morgan Stanley is a publicly traded global financial services firm headquartered in New York City. Founded in 1935, the company provides a broad range of services, including investment banking, wealth management, institutional securities, and asset management. Morgan Stanley serves corporations, governments, institutions, and individuals worldwide, offering expertise in capital markets, mergers and acquisitions advisory, and risk management solutions. The firm operates through multiple business segments, including Institutional Securities, Wealth Management, and Investment Management, and is recognized for its leadership in equity and fixed-income trading, as well as alternative investments. With a strong global presence, Morgan Stanley maintains offices in major financial centers across more than 35 countries. The company is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MS and continues to play a significant role in shaping global financial markets through innovation and strategic advisory services.