morgan stanley Earnings Archive 2006 3rd

Morgan Stanley reported strong financial results for Q3 2006, with net income up 59% and EPS up 61% compared to Q3 2005. Returns on equity also increased substantially. Revenues increased 15% to a record $8 billion for the quarter, driven by record results in several Institutional Securities businesses including fixed income sales and trading. While market conditions were challenging, Morgan Stanley achieved its best third quarter ever in revenues, net income, and EPS, demonstrating progress on its strategic plan to improve performance.