Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) beats Q2 2026 adjusted EPS consensus of approx. $2.89 per share (July 15, 2026)
Hit
✦ AI-generated prediction
Published on 15. July 2026
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Predicted for 15. July 2026
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Based on: Historical Cycle
The Q2 2026 bank earnings season is running exceptionally hot: Goldman Sachs reported EPS of $20.98 vs $13.95 consensus (+50%), Bank of America $1.21 vs $0.89 (+36%). Morgan Stanley has beaten consensus in all four prior quarters; Q1 2026 EPS was $3.43 vs $3.04. With elevated M&A activity, strong Wealth Management (Nasdaq +0.9% on July 14 to 26,107), and a yield structure supporting net margins since April 2026, another beat is highly probable. The $2.89 consensus implies 35% YoY growth – conservative given sector tailwinds.
Data basis for this prediction
- GS Q2 2026 EPS $20,98 vs. Konsens $13,95 (Alphastreet/DailyPolitical, 14. Juli 2026)
- BAC Q2 2026 EPS $1,21 vs. Konsens $0,89 (MarketScreener, 14. Juli 2026)
- MS Q1 2026 EPS $3,43 vs. $3,04; 4 Beats in Folge (Yahoo Finance/MarketBeat, 2026)
- MS Q2 2026 EPS-Konsens $2,89 je Aktie; Berichtstermin 15. Juli 2026 vor Börseneröffnung (MarketBeat, Stand 15. Juli 2026)
Note: This is an AI-generated statistical forecast for entertainment and information purposes. It does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any financial instrument.
Verdict: Hit
[Vorzeitig entschieden] Morgan Stanley meldete Q2-2026 rekordhohe EPS von 3,46 USD, deutlich über dem Zacks-Konsens von 2,89 USD. Quelle: GuruFocus – 'MS, Morgan Stanley Reports Record Q2 Earnings Driven by Stock Trading Surge'; SEC 8-K
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