Wall Street analyst price targets, ratings consensus & upside potential · Updated Feb 28, 2026
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
As of March 1, 2026, Morgan Stanley (MS) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $196.00, based on estimates from 50 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $166.47, this represents a potential upside of +17.7%. The company has a market capitalization of $264.87B.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $165.00 to a high of $220.00, representing a 28% spread in expectations. The median target of $207.00 differs from the mean, suggesting potential outlier estimates.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 27 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,23 rating it Hold, and 0 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. The positive sentiment balance indicates moderate optimism about the stock prospects.
From a valuation perspective, MS trades at a trailing P/E of 20.9x and forward P/E of 14.8x. The forward PEG ratio of 1.66 indicates reasonable valuation for growth. Analysts expect EPS to grow +10.8% over the next year.
Our proprietary valuation model, which blends historical multiples with forward estimates, suggests a base-case price target of $270.48, with bear and bull scenarios of $150.48 and $527.41 respectively. Model confidence stands at 69/100, reflecting moderate uncertainty in projections.
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Start ComparisonMorgan Stanley (MS) has a consensus 12-month price target of $196, implying 17.7% upside from $166.47. The 50 analysts covering MS see moderate appreciation potential.
MS has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 50 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is predominantly bullish, with 27 Buy/Strong Buy ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $196 implies 17.7% upside from current levels.
With a forward P/E of 14.7913x, MS trades at a relatively low valuation. The consensus target of $196 implies 17.7% appreciation, suggesting meaningful undervaluation.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $220 for MS, while the most conservative target is $165. The consensus of $196 represents the median expectation. Our quantitative valuation model projects a bull case target of $527 based on optimistic growth and margin assumptions. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
MS is heavily covered by Wall Street, with 50 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 27 have Buy ratings, 23 recommend Hold, and 0 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month MS stock forecast based on 50 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $196, with estimates ranging from $165 (bear case) to $220 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy". Our proprietary valuation model produces a base case fair value of $270, with bear/bull scenarios of $150/$527.
Our quantitative valuation model calculates MS's fair value at $270 (base case), with a bear case of $150 and bull case of $527. The model uses discounted cash flow analysis, historical growth rates, and margin mean-reversion to project FY+2 earnings, then applies an appropriate P/E multiple. The model confidence score is 69/100.
MS trades at a forward P/E ratio of 14.8x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates compared to a trailing P/E of 20.9x. The lower forward P/E indicates analysts expect earnings growth. A forward P/E is useful for comparing valuations when earnings are expected to change significantly.
Wall Street analysts are optimistic on MS, with a "Buy" consensus rating and $196 price target (17.7% upside). 27 of 50 analysts rate it Buy or Strong Buy. This information is for educational purposes only. Always conduct your own research, consider your financial situation, and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
MS analyst price targets range from $165 to $220, a 28% moderate spread showing some variance in outlooks. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $196 consensus represents the middle ground. Our model's $150-$527 range provides an independent fundamental perspective.