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Morgan Stanley has launched the fifth cohort of its Multicultural Innovation Lab, designed to support technology startups led by multicultural and women founders. With a record 700 applications, the program will accept up to 20 startups annually, doubling its previous capacity. The accelerator aims to provide crucial resources, visibility, and funding to help diverse entrepreneurs succeed, culminating in a demo day for investors. Morgan Stanley highlights the persistent funding gap for these founders, with a survey indicating further efforts are needed to promote investment in diverse startups.

Jonathan Pruzan, CFO of Morgan Stanley, will present at the Credit Suisse Financial Services Forum on February 25, 2021, at 8:00 a.m. ET. The event will be held virtually, allowing participants to join from anywhere. Both live and on-demand webcasts will be accessible on the Investor Relations section of www.morganstanley.com. Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) is a global financial services firm offering investment banking, securities, wealth management, and investment management services across over 41 countries.

Investment funds managed by Morgan Stanley AIP Private Markets Secondaries Team completed an investment in Axispoint Technology Solutions Group (ATSG) through a partnership with RunTide Capital. ATSG is noted for its expertise in IT solutions and managed services for middle-market enterprises, guiding over 400 customers. The company's growth was recognized with the 2020 CRN Triple Crown Award. RunTide Capital aims to further expand ATSG, which has tripled in size since 2019, leveraging new capital to position itself as a consolidator in the IT services sector.

TruFund Financial Services has announced an equity investment in Laurel Street Residential, a minority- and women-owned real estate developer based in Charlotte, North Carolina. This investment, part of TruFund's $26 million Impact Developers Fund, aims to enhance Laurel Street's organizational capacity and expand its market presence in affordable housing. TruFund's CEO, James H. Bason, emphasized the project's community impact, which includes job creation and support for local small businesses.

Morgan Stanley's Global Sports & Entertainment division is returning as the exclusive financial education partner for the Reese's Senior Bowl, marking their seventh consecutive year of involvement. This partnership emphasizes financial literacy for professional athletes and will feature three virtual education sessions, including discussions with NFL player Brandon Copeland. The Senior Bowl, occurring on January 30, 2021, serves as a showcase for top college football talent, providing players an opportunity to enhance their visibility to NFL teams while receiving vital financial guidance.

Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) reported net revenues of $13.6 billion for Q4 2020, a 24% increase from $10.9 billion in Q4 2019. The net income was $3.4 billion, or $1.81 per diluted share, marking a 31% increase year-over-year. Full-year net revenues hit a record $48.2 billion, up 16%, with net income of $11 billion, or $6.46 per diluted share, up 22% compared to 2019. Institutional Securities drove strong performance, with record revenues of $25.9 billion for the year. The firm also announced a $10 billion stock repurchase program for 2021.

Morgan Stanley has appointed 171 new Managing Directors, enhancing its global financial services leadership. These appointments reflect the firm's commitment to driving growth and innovation across investment banking, securities, wealth management, and investment management services. With a presence in over 41 countries, Morgan Stanley continues to serve a diverse client base including corporations, governments, and individuals. This significant leadership change aims to strengthen operational effectiveness and client service, positioning Morgan Stanley for future success.

Morgan Stanley Private Credit acted as co-lead arranger for junior capital securities for Talent Systems LLC, facilitating the refinancing of existing debts and acquisition of Spotlight Unlimited. This move is expected to enhance Talent Systems' position in talent discovery technology for the entertainment industry. The partnership aims to provide robust support for Talent Systems' growth and strategic market positioning.

Morgan Stanley Energy Partners has completed an investment in SolMicroGrid, based in Alpharetta, Georgia. This partnership aims to enhance SolMicroGrid's growth in providing microgrid solutions via an Energy-as-a-Service model. The investment will support the development of solar-enabled microgrid systems for commercial and industrial customers, particularly in California, ensuring power resilience and cost-effectiveness. SolMicroGrid's leadership team brings significant experience in microgrid technologies, positioning the company favorably in the renewable energy sector.