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Morgan Stanley at Work released findings showing that 401(k) plan design is key to attracting and retaining talent amid a tightening job market. Survey results indicate that access to a Financial Advisor significantly boosts employee participation rates, with 80% of fully participating plans having one. Features such as auto-enrollment and tailored financial education also enhance engagement. As the economic landscape shifts, plan sponsors are prioritizing flexible, well-designed retirement solutions to support their workforce.

Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) will report its fourth quarter 2022 financial results on January 17, 2023, at approximately 7:30 a.m. (ET). A conference call to discuss these results is scheduled for the same day at 8:30 a.m. (ET). Investors and interested parties can access the live and on-demand webcast on Morgan Stanley's website in the Investor Relations section. Morgan Stanley is a premier global financial services firm offering investment banking, securities, wealth management, and investment management services.

Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM) has partnered with Opportunity Finance Network (OFN) to address the affordable housing crisis through its newly launched Impact Class. This initiative allows MSIM to contribute at least 0.02% of net annualized assets from the Impact Class shares to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) initiatives, particularly affordable housing. OFN aims to raise $1 billion for its Finance Justice Fund to support underinvested communities. The Impact Classes are available to direct institutional investors in MSIM's liquidity funds, enhancing both investment returns and social impact.

Morgan Stanley Capital Partners (MSCP) has invested in Emler Swim School, a leading operator of swim schools in the U.S. This partnership supports Emler’s continued growth and its mission to provide high-quality swim instruction, aiming to reduce child drownings. The management team, led by CEO Greg Laird and CFO Jim Draudt, will remain in place. Emler operates over 38 locations across several states, serving an average of 30,000 students weekly. MSCP aims to expand Emler’s reach through strategic acquisitions of other swim schools.

Morgan Stanley Private Markets Solutions announced the final close of Private Equity Co-Investment Fund II (PECO II), raising $1.25 billion, significantly exceeding its target of $750 million. The fund focuses on co-investments in small- and mid-cap companies in North America and Europe, continuing a 23-year legacy with nearly $4 billion in commitments. Head of Private Markets Solutions, Neha Champaneria Markle, emphasized client trust, while Portfolio Manager Michael Carroll highlighted the team's strong platform and relationships driving this success.

Morgan Stanley reported net revenues of $13.0 billion in Q3 2022, down from $14.8 billion year-over-year. The EPS decreased to $1.47 from $1.98, with net income of $2.6 billion. Despite the decline, the firm maintained a strong ROTCE of 14.6%. Wealth Management saw a net addition of $65 billion in new assets. Investment Banking revenues decreased by 55% due to lower M&A activity. The firm repurchased $2.6 billion in shares and declared a $0.775 quarterly dividend.