Valuation check: MS-PP's profit margin is 25.63%, below the Finance sector average of 31.21%.
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As of the most recent data (September 2026), MS-PP shows a profit margin of 25.63%. That compares with 25.94% in the prior-year period — down 1.2% year over year. That is below the Finance sector average of 31.21%. Scroll down for historical charts and peer comparison views.
Compared with the year-ago period, MS-PP's profit margin is now 25.63% (was 25.94%) — a 1.2% year-over-year decrease. Pairing that YoY change with peer averages gives a clearer picture of whether Morgan Stanley is outperforming or lagging.
The Finance sector average profit margin is about 31.21%. Morgan Stanley is at 25.63%, which is lower that average. That is roughly 17.9% below the sector mean. Use the comparison chart on this page to see how MS-PP stacks up against individual peers as well.
That compares with 25.94% in the prior-year period — down 1.2% year over year. Improvement over multiple periods is generally more meaningful than a single strong quarter. Compare Morgan Stanley with peers to see if the move is company-specific or sector-wide.
Besides this profit margin page, Stockcircle has Morgan Stanley's full stock overview, other financial metrics, insider and congress trade tabs, and tools to follow the stock. Together they help you connect profit margin (currently 25.63%) with ownership activity and broader fundamentals.