Fed Cuts Rate: Will This Accelerate Morgan Stanley's IB Fee Growth?

Key Takeaways Morgan Stanley's IB revenues hit $5.2B in the first nine months of 2025, rising 15% year over year.Lower financing costs from the Fed's rate cut are expected to spur more M&A and capital raising.CEO Ted Pick sees improving conditions supporting strategic deals and continued IB activity ahead.The Federal Reserve has implemented its third consecutive 25-basis-point rate cut this year, reigniting investor optimism. The move is expected to support the ongoing strong resurgence in deal-making activ ...