Stephan Micklos
Senior Vice President, Financial Advisor, Global Sports and Entertainment Director
Phone:
(801) 947-3051(801) 947-3051
The Micklos Group at Morgan Stanley
Direct:
(801) 947-3050(801) 947-3050
Toll-Free:
(800) 925-0927(800) 925-0927
Our Mission Statement
We put our clients and their unique needs at the center of every decision to help them shape their financial life and build towards their goals.
We aim to strengthen your family’s financial security through an integrated wealth strategy that emphasizes an education-first approach, accountability and transparency. Simply put, when you succeed, we succeed.
We aim to strengthen your family’s financial security through an integrated wealth strategy that emphasizes an education-first approach, accountability and transparency. Simply put, when you succeed, we succeed.
Excellence in Family Wealth Management
As your life evolves and your finances become more complex, careful planning and tailored, objective advice become even more important to attaining your long-term goals. Having an experienced, caring and knowledgeable advisory team on your side can help simplify your life, so you can spend more time enjoying the wealth you’ve worked so hard to achieve.
At The Micklos Group at Morgan Stanley, we have a long history of working with highly successful professionals, business owners and their families. We have cultivated the skills, knowledge and insights required to help families simplify their lives with confidence and achieve career and life goals.
At The Micklos Group at Morgan Stanley, we have a long history of working with highly successful professionals, business owners and their families. We have cultivated the skills, knowledge and insights required to help families simplify their lives with confidence and achieve career and life goals.
The Micklos Advantage
- Our standard of service emphasizes an education-first approach, accountability and transparency, so we always know what’s happening in your life, and you always know what’s happening with your wealth. We think it helps distinguish us from other advisory teams and serves as the foundation for everything we do. We are proud of the tailored advice and first-class service we provide each client and welcome the opportunity to deliver the same level of excellence to you and your family now and for the generations to come. We look forward to speaking with you soon.
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Our Valued Clients
At The Micklos Group, we are tightly-knit team of professionals with a long history of working with highly successful professionals, business owners and their families.
Our clients include:
• Retirees and individuals planning for retirement
• Athletes & Coaches
• Successful entrepreneurs and business owners
• Busy professionals and executives
• Women seeking guidance for themselves and their families
• Children and grandchildren of existing clients
• Referrals from clients and industry professionals
We provide perspective and financial guidance as you take on new challenges in your life. As you work with us, we believe you will come to regard us as trusted stewards of your wealth. We are here to help you make informed decisions on any financial issue you face.
Our clients include:
• Retirees and individuals planning for retirement
• Athletes & Coaches
• Successful entrepreneurs and business owners
• Busy professionals and executives
• Women seeking guidance for themselves and their families
• Children and grandchildren of existing clients
• Referrals from clients and industry professionals
We provide perspective and financial guidance as you take on new challenges in your life. As you work with us, we believe you will come to regard us as trusted stewards of your wealth. We are here to help you make informed decisions on any financial issue you face.
For Life’s Most Important Goals
Our experience has taught us that every client’s circumstances and concerns are unique. We begin by developing a deep understanding of your goals and the complete financial picture that supports them.
Personalized Service for High Performers
Our team understands the unique wealth planning, tax and investment challenges facing professional athletes, and can help you develop highly customized strategies to simplify your financial life and lay the foundation for long-term financial security.
In addition to the experience we've gained working with NFL, NBA, MLB and elite NCAA athletes, we provide access to the specialized resources of Morgan Stanley's Global Sports and Entertainment division, where Stephan is a Director and Nick is an Associate Directors. Stephan & Nick are also both NFLPA Registered Institutional Player Financial Advisors, and Morgan Stanley is one of only four official Institutional Financial Advisor partner entities of the NFLPA.
In addition to the experience we've gained working with NFL, NBA, MLB and elite NCAA athletes, we provide access to the specialized resources of Morgan Stanley's Global Sports and Entertainment division, where Stephan is a Director and Nick is an Associate Directors. Stephan & Nick are also both NFLPA Registered Institutional Player Financial Advisors, and Morgan Stanley is one of only four official Institutional Financial Advisor partner entities of the NFLPA.
Morgan Stanley Global Sports and Entertainment's toolkit:
- Create the basis for long-term prosperity during your peak earning years
- Educate you and your family on financial best practices
- Make the difference you want to see in the world
- Understand how to navigate the world as a person of serious intent and financial means
2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
We are honored to be named to the 2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams in the State of Utah.
2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period from 3/31/22–3/31/23.
Awards Disclosures
2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period from 3/31/22–3/31/23.
Awards Disclosures
Forbes has just published its inaugural ranking of Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams and I am pleased to share that our team has been named to the 2024 list.
Best-In-State Wealth Management TeamsLocation
6510 S Millrock Drive
Ste 100
Holladay, UT 84121
US
Direct:
(801) 947-3050(801) 947-3050
Toll-Free:
(800) 925-0927(800) 925-0927
Fax:
(801) 528-1701(801) 528-1701
Meet The Micklos Group
Nicole Leatham
Vice President, Financial Advisor
Phone:
(801) 947-3058(801) 947-3058
Andrew Harding
Vice President, Financial Advisor
Phone:
(801) 947-3055(801) 947-3055
Cassie Anderson, CEPA®
Associate Vice President, Financial Advisor
Phone:
(801) 947-3057(801) 947-3057
Nicholas Marsh, CFP®
Financial Advisor, Global Sports and Entertainment Associate Director
Phone:
(801) 947-3056(801) 947-3056
Kimberly J. Mitchell
Portfolio Associate
Phone:
(801) 947-3052(801) 947-3052
Julie K. Ewell
Client Service Associate
Phone:
(801) 947-3054(801) 947-3054
About Stephan Micklos
Stephan is a Senior Vice President, Global Sports and Entertainment Director, Alternative Investment Director, Financial Advisor, Qualified Plan Financial Consultant (QPFC) and founding partner of The Micklos Group at Morgan Stanley, a highly skilled team of wealth management professionals located in Holladay, Utah.
A seasoned wealth advisor with more than 26 years of experience, Stephan focuses on helping successful individuals, athletes, coaches, families and business owners build and preserve their wealth. He is passionate about helping athletes create sustainable plans for cementing a healthy financial future. In 2018, 2019, 2020 & 2023 by Forbes as a “Best in State Wealth Advisor”.
A graduate of the University of Utah where he earned his B.S. degree in Finance, Stephan began his career in financial services at Merrill Lynch in 1998. It is here where he built his practice, working closely with business owners to build and grow their organizations. Over time, he expanded his practice to provide a comprehensive suite of services to not only business owners, but successful professionals, corporate executives, coaches, athletes and their families. Today, The Micklos Group is a well-established advisory group focused on helping clients at every stage of their financial journey. They proudly joined Morgan Stanley in December 2019.
Throughout his career, Stephan has been involved in numerous transactions involving the purchase and sale of private companies. He is a Portfolio Manager who, in addition to providing traditional wealth management advice and services, guides clients in the pursuit of their goals by building and managing personalized investment strategies. These strategies often include access to private markets and Alternative Investments.
Originally from Anaheim, CA, Stephan now calls Holladay his home. Outside of the office, he enjoys playing golf and spending time with family. Stephan has volunteered as a High School Football coach since 2015.
2018-2020, & 2023 Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors.
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2018 - 2020, & 2023). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Named to the 2023, 2024 & 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams. Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2023, 2024 & 2025). [Source: Forbes (Awarded Jan 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period 3/31/23–3/31/24.)
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Securities Agent: WI, PA, IN, GA, VT, SC, NC, KY, AZ, TX, NY, NE, ME, TN, OR, MT, MN, IL, NV, MI, LA, HI, WV, KS, CT, CA, VA, NM, DC, WY, MO, MA, ID, IA, WA, UT, SD, OH, FL, CO; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 510795
A seasoned wealth advisor with more than 26 years of experience, Stephan focuses on helping successful individuals, athletes, coaches, families and business owners build and preserve their wealth. He is passionate about helping athletes create sustainable plans for cementing a healthy financial future. In 2018, 2019, 2020 & 2023 by Forbes as a “Best in State Wealth Advisor”.
A graduate of the University of Utah where he earned his B.S. degree in Finance, Stephan began his career in financial services at Merrill Lynch in 1998. It is here where he built his practice, working closely with business owners to build and grow their organizations. Over time, he expanded his practice to provide a comprehensive suite of services to not only business owners, but successful professionals, corporate executives, coaches, athletes and their families. Today, The Micklos Group is a well-established advisory group focused on helping clients at every stage of their financial journey. They proudly joined Morgan Stanley in December 2019.
Throughout his career, Stephan has been involved in numerous transactions involving the purchase and sale of private companies. He is a Portfolio Manager who, in addition to providing traditional wealth management advice and services, guides clients in the pursuit of their goals by building and managing personalized investment strategies. These strategies often include access to private markets and Alternative Investments.
Originally from Anaheim, CA, Stephan now calls Holladay his home. Outside of the office, he enjoys playing golf and spending time with family. Stephan has volunteered as a High School Football coach since 2015.
2018-2020, & 2023 Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors.
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2018 - 2020, & 2023). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Named to the 2023, 2024 & 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams. Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2023, 2024 & 2025). [Source: Forbes (Awarded Jan 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period 3/31/23–3/31/24.)
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Securities Agent: WI, PA, IN, GA, VT, SC, NC, KY, AZ, TX, NY, NE, ME, TN, OR, MT, MN, IL, NV, MI, LA, HI, WV, KS, CT, CA, VA, NM, DC, WY, MO, MA, ID, IA, WA, UT, SD, OH, FL, CO; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 510795
Securities Agent: WI, PA, IN, GA, VT, SC, NC, KY, AZ, TX, NY, NE, ME, TN, OR, MT, MN, IL, NV, MI, LA, HI, WV, KS, CT, CA, VA, NM, DC, WY, MO, MA, ID, IA, WA, UT, SD, OH, FL, CO; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 510795
NMLS#: 510795
About Nicole Leatham
An experienced investment professional, Nicole enjoys working with successful individuals, corporate executives and business leaders, providing highly personalized advice through a disciplined wealth management approach. Her diverse background in the financial services industry enables her to help clients understand the intricate details of their wealth. She focuses on what is most important to each client, so she can develop a customized strategy designed to help build, preserve and transfer their wealth.
A graduate of Vassar College where she earned her B.S. degree in Math and Computer Science, Nicole began her career in financial software and structuring municipal bonds. While working in Europe, she gained significant experience in currency risk management, commodity trading and international treasury operations.
She began her career as a financial advisor when she joined Merrill Lynch in 2006 and became a member of The Micklos Group in 2008. She is a Qualified Plan Financial Consultant (QPFC) from the National Association of Plan Advisors and maintains her Series 7 and Series 66 licenses. Nicole joined Morgan Stanley in December 2019.
A Utah native who spent 14 years in London, Paris and Madrid, Nicole now lives in Salt Lake City. In her leisure time, she enjoys the symphony, opera, ballet, traveling, tennis and spending time with her children.
Named to the 2023, 2024 & 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams. Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2023, 2024 & 2025). [Source: Forbes (Awarded Jan 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period 3/31/23–3/31/24.)
A graduate of Vassar College where she earned her B.S. degree in Math and Computer Science, Nicole began her career in financial software and structuring municipal bonds. While working in Europe, she gained significant experience in currency risk management, commodity trading and international treasury operations.
She began her career as a financial advisor when she joined Merrill Lynch in 2006 and became a member of The Micklos Group in 2008. She is a Qualified Plan Financial Consultant (QPFC) from the National Association of Plan Advisors and maintains her Series 7 and Series 66 licenses. Nicole joined Morgan Stanley in December 2019.
A Utah native who spent 14 years in London, Paris and Madrid, Nicole now lives in Salt Lake City. In her leisure time, she enjoys the symphony, opera, ballet, traveling, tennis and spending time with her children.
Named to the 2023, 2024 & 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams. Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2023, 2024 & 2025). [Source: Forbes (Awarded Jan 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period 3/31/23–3/31/24.)
Securities Agent: NC, MO, CA, FL, UT, TN, MA, KY, CO, WV, WI, SD, AL, WA, NE, MT, LA, ID, GA, NY, NV, AZ, WY, ME, KS, NM, IN, IL, DC, OR, OH, MN, IA, VA, TX, SC, HI, VT, PA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 510775
NMLS#: 510775
About Andrew Harding
Andrew has dedicated his career to serving the specialized needs of successful individuals and families living in the greater Salt Lake City area and around the country. As a Financial Advisor at The Micklos Group at Morgan Stanley, he enjoys working closely with clients to solve their financial challenges, delivering thoughtful and objective advice as they plan for life’s most important milestones.
Andrew began his financial services career in 2009, then joining a Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2012 as a Registered Private Wealth Analyst. He became a member of The Micklos Group in 2016 and has been a valuable member of the team ever since. His primary responsibilities include portfolio analysis, wealth management planning and relationship management.
Andrew maintains his Series 7, 66, and 31 FINRA registrations. Outside of the office, he enjoys playing golf, skiing and spending time with his sons, Teddy & Archie.
Named to the 2023, 2024 & 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams. Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2023, 2024 & 2025). [Source: Forbes (Awarded Jan 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period 3/31/23–3/31/24.)
Andrew began his financial services career in 2009, then joining a Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2012 as a Registered Private Wealth Analyst. He became a member of The Micklos Group in 2016 and has been a valuable member of the team ever since. His primary responsibilities include portfolio analysis, wealth management planning and relationship management.
Andrew maintains his Series 7, 66, and 31 FINRA registrations. Outside of the office, he enjoys playing golf, skiing and spending time with his sons, Teddy & Archie.
Named to the 2023, 2024 & 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams. Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2023, 2024 & 2025). [Source: Forbes (Awarded Jan 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period 3/31/23–3/31/24.)
Securities Agent: NV, MA, KS, HI, OH, GA, VA, UT, TX, NY, NE, KY, IN, ID, VT, SC, MO, CA, PA, MN, ME, AZ, NC, LA, IA, SD, IL, WY, WA, CO, DC, MT, WI, TN, FL, WV, OR; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1332065
NMLS#: 1332065
About Cassie Anderson
An experienced business executive and Financial Advisor at The Micklos Group, Cassie focuses on understanding her client’s financial and life priorities so she may provide tailored strategies to help address their specific circumstances and resources. Her practice includes individuals and families, small business owners with a passion for empowering women and girls through ongoing education. For Cassie, professional success is measured in terms of client well-being and goal achievement.
Cassie joined The Micklos Group in 2017 after an 18-year career in Sales, Marketing and Business Management. She spent the first 15 years of her career with the catalog/gifting division of Mrs. Fields Cookies. During her tenure there, she held various roles in Sales and Marketing, eventually working her way to Vice President and General Manager. Prior to joining The Micklos Group, she was responsible for structuring and growing the business-to-business division of The Kansas City Steak Company. Cassie started her new career at Merrill Lynch and moved with the team to Morgan Stanley in 2019.
Cassie graduated from the University of Utah with a B.S. degree in Speech Communication. She maintains her Series 7 and 66 FINRA registrations. In her spare time, Cassie enjoys travelling with her husband Joe and all things outdoors. Favorite activities include volleyball, golfing, hiking and walking her dog Dexter.
Cassie is also passionate about strengthening our community and currently serves on the board chair for a local non-profit, The Family Support Center, whos mission is strengthening families, protecting children and preventing abuse.
Named to the 2023, 2024 & 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams. Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2023, 2024 & 2025). [Source: Forbes (Awarded Jan 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period 3/31/23–3/31/24. https://www.morganstanley.com/what-we-do/wealth-management/forbes-top-wealth-advisors-lists-2025]
Cassie joined The Micklos Group in 2017 after an 18-year career in Sales, Marketing and Business Management. She spent the first 15 years of her career with the catalog/gifting division of Mrs. Fields Cookies. During her tenure there, she held various roles in Sales and Marketing, eventually working her way to Vice President and General Manager. Prior to joining The Micklos Group, she was responsible for structuring and growing the business-to-business division of The Kansas City Steak Company. Cassie started her new career at Merrill Lynch and moved with the team to Morgan Stanley in 2019.
Cassie graduated from the University of Utah with a B.S. degree in Speech Communication. She maintains her Series 7 and 66 FINRA registrations. In her spare time, Cassie enjoys travelling with her husband Joe and all things outdoors. Favorite activities include volleyball, golfing, hiking and walking her dog Dexter.
Cassie is also passionate about strengthening our community and currently serves on the board chair for a local non-profit, The Family Support Center, whos mission is strengthening families, protecting children and preventing abuse.
Named to the 2023, 2024 & 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams. Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2023, 2024 & 2025). [Source: Forbes (Awarded Jan 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period 3/31/23–3/31/24. https://www.morganstanley.com/what-we-do/wealth-management/forbes-top-wealth-advisors-lists-2025]
Securities Agent: WY, KS, OR, OH, KY, WI, SD, NE, NY, HI, GA, FL, WA, TX, NC, DC, VA, TN, MO, MA, IN, ID, MT, VT, UT, SC, PA, NV, MN, ME, CO, IA, AZ, LA, WV, IL, CA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1614502
NMLS#: 1614502
About Nicholas Marsh
Nick is a Certified Financial PlannerTM (CFP®), Financial Advisor and Global Sports & Entertainment Associate Director at The Micklos Group at Morgan Stanley. A problem solver who strives to simplify his clients’ financial lives, Nick draws passion and energy in everything he does. He focuses on understanding each client’s financial priorities and circumstances, so he can assist them in developing personalized strategies to help them achieve their goals. These goals often include planning for a successful retirement, implementing tax-efficient strategies and managing an investment portfolio. Nick is committed to helping clients optimize their resources, so they can enjoy their wealth and leave a lasting legacy.
As a former professional athlete, Nick understands the meaning of hard work and appreciates the amount of planning and dedication needed to be successful. As a Global Sports & Entertainment Associate Director, Nick can share his experience and knowledge with other athletes, coaches and those in the public eye, to help guide them in their unique & often complicated decision making around managing their wealth.
He is a graduate of the University of Utah where he earned his B.S. degree in Business Administration and was a three-year letterman in football. In his spare time, Nick enjoys spending time with his wife, Maren, and their children Whittaker, Fiona & Alfie. Nick is a proud member of the Salt Lake Rotary Club and on the board of the Eccles School of Business at the University of Utah.
Named to the 2023, 2024 & 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams. Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2023, 2024 & 2025). [Source: Forbes (Awarded Jan 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period 3/31/23–3/31/24.)
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Securities Agent: MN, WV, OH, NV, MT, WY, WA, VT, SD, PA, OR, NC, CO, TN, NY, ME, IL, ID, HI, WI, CA, VA, UT, SC, MO, FL, KS, NE, IA, TX, LA, KY, IN, GA, AZ, DC, MA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1327573
As a former professional athlete, Nick understands the meaning of hard work and appreciates the amount of planning and dedication needed to be successful. As a Global Sports & Entertainment Associate Director, Nick can share his experience and knowledge with other athletes, coaches and those in the public eye, to help guide them in their unique & often complicated decision making around managing their wealth.
He is a graduate of the University of Utah where he earned his B.S. degree in Business Administration and was a three-year letterman in football. In his spare time, Nick enjoys spending time with his wife, Maren, and their children Whittaker, Fiona & Alfie. Nick is a proud member of the Salt Lake Rotary Club and on the board of the Eccles School of Business at the University of Utah.
Named to the 2023, 2024 & 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams. Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2023, 2024 & 2025). [Source: Forbes (Awarded Jan 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period 3/31/23–3/31/24.)
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NMLS#: 1327573
Securities Agent: MN, WV, OH, NV, MT, WY, WA, VT, SD, PA, OR, NC, CO, TN, NY, ME, IL, ID, HI, WI, CA, VA, UT, SC, MO, FL, KS, NE, IA, TX, LA, KY, IN, GA, AZ, DC, MA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1327573
NMLS#: 1327573
About Kimberly J. Mitchell
Drawing on more than 25 years of financial services experience, Kim is often the first line of contact on a broad array of client services. A consummate professional, she is committed to providing each client with the highest level of personal service and integrity. Kim has been an important member of The Micklos Group since joining the team in 2008 and has worked with Stephan Micklos for over 20 years.
Kim studied Dutch at the University of Amsterdam and received her B.A. in Management from Webster University in Leiden, Holland. She maintains her Series 7 and 66 FINRA registrations. Today, Kim resides in Cottonwood Heights with her daughter and 3 adorable puppies. In her spare time, Kim enjoys doing projects around her home, spending time with her daughters and her partner, Al.
Kim studied Dutch at the University of Amsterdam and received her B.A. in Management from Webster University in Leiden, Holland. She maintains her Series 7 and 66 FINRA registrations. Today, Kim resides in Cottonwood Heights with her daughter and 3 adorable puppies. In her spare time, Kim enjoys doing projects around her home, spending time with her daughters and her partner, Al.
About Julie K. Ewell
From the largest task to the smallest request, Julie works diligently to exceed client expectations. Her core responsibilities are essential to enabling the team to carry out its mission of helping financially successful individuals and families plan, invest and lead fulfilling lives. Julie has been serving clients for more than 30 years and knows each operational and administrative component of our complex business.
Outside of the office, Julie enjoys camping, reading, ATV expeditions in the mountains and spending time with her husband, James, and their dog, Boo.
Outside of the office, Julie enjoys camping, reading, ATV expeditions in the mountains and spending time with her husband, James, and their dog, Boo.
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8The returns on a portfolio consisting primarily of Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) aware investments may be lower or higher than a portfolio that is more diversified or where decisions are based solely on investment considerations. Because ESG criteria exclude some investments, investors may not be able to take advantage of the same opportunities or market trends as investors that do not use such criteria. Diversification does not guarantee a profit or protect against loss in a declining financial market.
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7Products and services are provided by third party service providers, not Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”). Morgan Stanley may not receive a referral fee or have any input concerning such products or services. There may be additional service providers for comparative purposes. Please perform a thorough due diligence and make your own independent decision.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Clients should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
8The returns on a portfolio consisting primarily of Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) aware investments may be lower or higher than a portfolio that is more diversified or where decisions are based solely on investment considerations. Because ESG criteria exclude some investments, investors may not be able to take advantage of the same opportunities or market trends as investors that do not use such criteria. Diversification does not guarantee a profit or protect against loss in a declining financial market.
Check the background of our Firm and Investment Professionals on FINRA's BrokerCheck*.
The information, products and services described here are intended only for individuals residing in states where this Financial Advisor is properly registered as described in this site.
Morgan Stanley reserves the right, to the extent permitted under applicable law, to retain and monitor all electronic communications. Morgan Stanley will not accept purchase or sale orders via any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. Morgan Stanley does not endorse and is not responsible and assumes no liability for content, products or services posted by third-parties on any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. All electronic communications are subject to terms available at the following link:
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The securities/instruments, services, investments and investment strategies discussed in this material may not be appropriate for all investors. The appropriateness of a particular investment, investment strategy or service will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC recommends that investors independently evaluate particular investments, strategies and services, and encourages investors to seek the advice of a Financial Advisor or Private Wealth Advisor. This material does not provide individually tailored investment advice. It has been prepared without regard to the individual financial circumstances and objectives of persons who receive it.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for legal matters.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) is not implying an affiliation, sponsorship, endorsement with/of the third party or that any monitoring is being done by Morgan Stanley of any information contained within the website. Morgan Stanley is not responsible for the information contained on the third-party website or the use of or inability to use such site. Nor do we guarantee their accuracy or completeness.
The views, opinions or advice contained within third party websites or materials are solely those of the author, who is not a Morgan Stanley employee, and do not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, or its affiliates. The strategies and/or investments referenced may not be appropriate for all investors as the appropriateness of a particular investment or strategy will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives.
*References to length of service at Morgan Stanley include years at Morgan Stanley and predecessor firms.
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and federally registered CFP (with flame design) in the U.S, which it awards to individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.
The use of the CDFA designation does not permit the rendering of legal advice by Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors which may only be done by a licensed attorney. The CDFA designation is not intended to imply that either Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors are acting as experts in this field.
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CRC 6491812 (04/2024)
