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Morgan Stanley CEO anticipates regulatory changes, plans Asia growth

EditorPollock Mondal
Published 16/11/2023, 09:18 pm
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NEW YORK - Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS)'s CEO, James Gorman, has positioned the bank to adapt to proposed U.S. regulatory changes that may increase capital requirements for financial institutions. Speaking on Thursday at the firm's annual Asia-Pacific conference, Gorman expressed confidence in the bank's ability to meet these new requirements without compromising its strategic objectives, particularly its expansion plans in Asia.

Gorman's comments come in the wake of a recent proposal by U.S. regulators, announced last Tuesday, to align with Basel III standards. The proposed integration is designed to bolster financial stability and could result in a 16% hike in common equity tier 1 (CET1) capital requirements for banks. Gorman highlighted Morgan Stanley's strong CET1 ratio and questioned the necessity for additional capital accumulation by banks.

Drawing from his experience with the Federal Reserve, Gorman anticipates potential moderation of the proposed capital requirement increases. He also addressed Morgan Stanley's upcoming CEO succession while underscoring the bank's readiness to comply with any regulatory adjustments.

Aside from regulatory matters, Gorman outlined Morgan Stanley's ambitions in Asia during his interview with CNBC at the conference. He acknowledged the significant role central banks have played in managing inflation, suggesting a favorable environment for the bank's growth initiatives in the region.

These insights follow Gorman's earlier remarks at the Global Financial Leader's Investment Summit in Hong Kong on a previous Tuesday, where he discussed the company's preparedness for evolving regulatory landscapes.

Morgan Stanley appears poised to navigate through potential regulatory headwinds while continuing its pursuit of strategic opportunities in Asia, maintaining a balance between adherence to financial safeguards and business expansion.

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