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MSSB Has Lost Significant Market Value

January 12, 2012
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, the joint venture between Morgan Stanley and Citigroup, has lost more than 30% of its market value since the joint venture was formed in June 2009.  According to Credit Suisse, the joint venture is currently valued at $15 billion. Morgan Stanley, which owns 51% of MSSB, has an option to purchase another 14% in May 2012.  Credit Suisse says the $3bn disparity between the carrying values of the Morgan Stanley and Citigroup stakes is a key financial consideration to getting a deal done. Credit Suisse outlines 4 potential capital-use scenarios for Morgan Stanley related to MSSB, saying the optimal outcome for shareholders would be a combined MSSB buy-in and modest share-repurchase program.  [WSJ 1/12/12]