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Tech, Media & Telecom Europe 2020: The Age of Hyperconnectivity

Nov 17, 2020

COVID-19, work from home and social distancing have underscored a new urgency for digital connectivity and innovation—ushering in an era that may last long beyond the pandemic. Read the latest insights from Morgan Stanley's equity analysts ahead of this year's European TMT virtual conference.

For Investors, Is 5G Living Up to the Hype?

Success of 5G in Asia may bode well for the rest of the world. Here are five takeaways from the early adopters of the next generation of wireless technology.

European Media and Internet

European Media, Internet Look Forward to the Great Reopening

Streaming media and gaming have been critical survival tools for many consumers in lockdown, but European media and internet companies eagerly anticipate a post-COVID rebound led by sporting events and concerts.

Why the Tide May be Turning on M&A for European Telecoms

Collapsed market caps, blocked mergers and the desire for 5G could be setting the stage for a new era of European Telecoms M&A activity.

Digital Transformation

Digital Transformation’s New Urgency in the Era of COVID-19

Learn why COVID-19, hyperconnectivity and the launch of 5G technology may mean a boost for IT services companies in the coming years.

European Equities

7 Reasons European Equities Are Due a Fresh Look

It may be time to toss out “old economy" notions about European equities, as tech and healthcare stocks help the region update its sector mix.

Is the Pandemic Accelerating Digital Disruption?

COVID-19 and the impact of social distancing may become the ultimate tech disrupter, driving investment and digitalization innovations that could outlast the pandemic.

Could a Computer Think Like a Human?

Why quantum and neuromorphic processing systems are paving the way for the next generation of artificial intelligence, potentially reshaping business for decades to come.

Legacy Automakers Gear Up to Go Electric

Legacy automakers may finally be shifting toward electric now that climate change has become the top driver of auto industry fundamentals. Here's how to track their progress toward a cleaner future.

Consumers Send Strong Signal on Electronics Sustainability

A growing share of consumers are turning to trade-in programs, recycling and refurbished devices to cut down on e-waste. Manufacturers with trade-in programs may win them over.

A New Space Economy on the Edge of Liftoff

Join Morgan Stanley as we explore the market forces, technology and imagination driving the new Space Age. Just as the elevator changed real estate, will the reusable rocket bring opportunities we can’t yet imagine?

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Firm Leadership

Media 2020: Searching for Life Beyond the Bundle

Viewers continue to add streaming subscriptions while tuning out pay TV, but investors shouldn't assume they know how this story ends. The wildcard: NFL rights negotiations.

5 Ways the Coronavirus Recession Could Change the Internet

Sheltering in place has brought dramatic changes to how we live and work. Here are five areas of potential disruption online.

Can Food Delivery Apps Deliver Profits for Investors?

The runway for online food delivery is long, given an annual $350 billion U.S. restaurant spend, but challenging dynamics have led to a cash-burning contest among competitors.

Firm Leadership

The Data Decade in 60 Seconds

AI, automation and the Internet of Things are ushering in a new data-driven era of computing which promises opportunities for both industries and investors.

Will 5G Supercharge Smartphone Sales?

With 5G rolling out in major markets, consumers now have big incentive to upgrade their smartphones. This could create a virtuous cycle where more 5G devices spur more 5G investments.

Taming the Wild Precincts of Global E-Commerce

The proliferation of counterfeits and fake information on giant online retail platforms could drive a $20 billion addressable market in vendor verification.

5G Towers Send Strong Signals to Investors

Buy the towercos, instead of the telecoms? Growing mobile demand and rollouts of 5G could make the business models of independent tower companies an attractive draw.

The Shift Toward Consumer-Generated Electricity

More people around the world are considering new technologies to generate their own electricity. Why this new trend means disruption—and opportunity—for utilities.

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Thoughts on the Market

High Noon at the ECB Corral

Does a robust recovery in 2021 spell the end of European Central Bank action? One inconvenient fact may stand in the way: the lackluster rise in inflation.

Global Capital Markets

Virtual IPOs: Going Public During a Pandemic

Despite lockdowns, economic setbacks and unprecedented market volatility, a number of companies successfully pursued new, faster and remote ways of going public.

Investment Banking

3 Themes Shaping Healthcare at an Inflection Point

Three key topics—the coronavirus vaccine race, acceleration of technology and demand for corporate transactions—are shaping the future of the healthcare industry.