Equity
Shares Reserved for Future Issuance Under Stock Plans
Morgan Stanley Shares Reserved for Future Issuance Under Stock Plans increased by 24.8% to 136M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Over 2 years (FY 2023 to FY 2025), Shares Reserved for Future Issuance Under Stock Plans shows an upward trend with a 6.0% CAGR. This increase may warrant attention — for this metric, lower values are generally preferred.
Analysis
StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionEquity
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalLower is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ4 2023
Last reportedQ4 2025Feb 19, 2026
How to read this metric
A high number indicates significant potential for future dilution, which may negatively impact earnings per share.
Detailed definition
This represents the number of common shares set aside to satisfy future obligations under employee stock option plans, r...
Peer comparison
Common in companies that rely heavily on equity-based compensation to attract and retain talent.
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shares_reserved_for_stock_plansHistorical Data
3 periods
| Q4 '23 | Q4 '24 | Q4 '25 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Value | 121M | 109M | 136M |
| QoQ Change | — | -9.9% | +24.8% |
| YoY Change | — | -9.9% | +24.8% |
Range109M – 136M
Avg YoY Growth+7.4%
Median YoY Growth+7.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Morgan Stanley's shares reserved for future issuance under stock plans?
- Morgan Stanley (MS) reported shares reserved for future issuance under stock plans of 136M in Q4 2025.
- What is the long-term trend for Morgan Stanley's shares reserved for future issuance under stock plans?
- Over 2 years (2023 to 2025), Morgan Stanley's shares reserved for future issuance under stock plans has grown at a 6.0% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from 121M to 136M.
- What does shares reserved for future issuance under stock plans mean?
- The number of shares set aside for future employee stock awards.