Morgan Stanley Halves EquityZen Fees to 2.5% and Schedules Q4 FY26 Call
Morgan Stanley halved EquityZen trading fees to 2.5% from 5% on client transactions, undercutting peers after completing its acquisition last month. The bank also scheduled its fourth-quarter and full-year 2026 investor conference call to outline financial results and strategic outlook.
1. Fee Reduction on EquityZen Platform
Morgan Stanley reduced transaction fees on its newly acquired EquityZen platform from 5% to 2.5% for both buyers and sellers. The move undercuts rival offerings and signals an aggressive strategy to grow its private share trading business, with the bank open to further price cuts to attract clients.
2. Investor Conference Call Scheduled
The firm has set the date for its fourth-quarter and full-year 2026 investor conference call, where management will discuss earnings and strategic priorities. Details on registration and agenda will be provided to analysts and investors ahead of the event.