Discontinued — last reported Q4 '20

Non-Current Assets

Net Operating Loss Carryforwards

Morgan Stanley Net Operating Loss Carryforwards increased by 12.3% to $265.00M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Over 3 years (FY 2022 to FY 2025), Net Operating Loss Carryforwards shows relatively stable performance with a -2.7% CAGR. This is a positive signal — higher values indicate stronger performance for this metric.

Analysis

StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionNon-Current Assets
CategoryLiquidity
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ4 2015
Last reportedQ4 2020

How to read this metric

Higher values indicate significant past losses that may provide future tax relief, provided the company returns to profitability.

Detailed definition

These are tax assets representing historical losses that can be applied to reduce future taxable income. They provide a...

Peer comparison

Frequently monitored in turnaround situations or companies with volatile earnings histories.

Metric ID: net_operating_loss_carryforwards

Historical Data

4 periods
 Q4 '22Q4 '23Q4 '24Q4 '25
Value$288.00M$255.00M$236.00M$265.00M
QoQ Change-11.5%-7.5%+12.3%
YoY Change-11.5%-7.5%+12.3%
Range$236.00M$288.00M
Avg YoY Growth-2.2%
Median YoY Growth-7.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Morgan Stanley's net operating loss carryforwards?
Morgan Stanley (MS) reported net operating loss carryforwards of $265.00M in Q4 2025.
What is the long-term trend for Morgan Stanley's net operating loss carryforwards?
Over 3 years (2022 to 2025), Morgan Stanley's net operating loss carryforwards has grown at a -2.7% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $288.00M to $265.00M.
What does net operating loss carryforwards mean?
Tax credits from past losses that can be used to lower future tax bills.