Morgan Stanley has released a research report following STANCHART's (02888) third-quarter results, raising its earnings forecasts for 2025, 2026, and 2027 by 11%, 3.5%, and 2%, respectively. The target price has been adjusted upward from HK$173 to HK$176.7, with an "Overweight" rating maintained. Additionally, Morgan Stanley has lowered its credit cost forecast for STANCHART this year while largely keeping its expected credit loss projections for 2026 and 2027 unchanged.