Morgan Stanley Cuts Moelis & Company Price Target

Investment bank lowers target price on asset manager's stock

Apr. 9, 2026 at 5:38pm

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Morgan Stanley has lowered its price target on shares of Moelis & Company (NYSE:MC) from $90.00 to $83.00, while maintaining an 'overweight' rating on the stock. The investment bank cited the asset manager's recent performance in a research report issued to clients and investors.

Why it matters

Moelis & Company is a prominent independent investment bank that provides financial advisory, capital raising, and asset management services to a diverse client base. Analyst price target adjustments can signal shifts in market sentiment and expectations around a company's future prospects.

The details

In the research report, Morgan Stanley analysts cited Moelis & Company's recent financial results and market positioning as factors behind the reduced price target. The new $83.00 target represents a potential upside of 31.54% from the stock's previous closing price.

  • The research report was issued on Thursday, April 9, 2026.

The players

Morgan Stanley

A global investment bank and financial services company that provides a range of financial advisory, capital markets, wealth management, and investment management services.

Moelis & Company

An independent investment bank that provides financial advisory, capital raising, and asset management services to corporations, governments, and financial sponsors.

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What’s next

Investors will be closely watching Moelis & Company's future financial performance and market positioning to see if the revised price target from Morgan Stanley proves accurate.

The takeaway

This adjustment in Moelis & Company's price target reflects the ongoing volatility and uncertainty in the investment banking industry, as firms navigate shifting market conditions and client demands.