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Story summary
- On March 4, 2026, Morgan Stanley announced 2,500 layoffs, about 3% of its 82,992 employees, across all major divisions, including investment banking, wealth management, and investment management.
- Many layoffs occurred on Wednesday, following earlier announcements.
- Despite a record 2025 revenue year, Morgan Stanley faces challenges from market volatility and AI disruptions.
- This trend reflects a broader pattern as United States companies adopt AI, with Block cutting half its workforce recently.
