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.

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

CategoryEfficiency

SignalLower is better

VolatilityStable

First reportedQ4 2023

Last reportedQ4 2025Feb 19, 2026

How to read this metric

A high or increasing number indicates significant reliance on equity-based compensation, which may lead to future earnings dilution.

Detailed definition

The total number of common shares set aside for future issuance to employees and executives under equity-based compensat...

Peer comparison

Varies by company compensation philosophy; high-growth or talent-intensive firms often have higher reservation levels.

Metric ID: shares_reserved_for_stock_plans

Historical 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 kept in reserve to be given to employees as part of their compensation packages.