Morningstar Moments: 3 Things You May Have Missed
Our analysts talked about crypto in retirement plans, cheap stock picks, and sponsoring Black female advisors.
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Here are the major market moments our analysts have been talking about.
1) Could Crypto Curiosity Kill the Cat?
https://twitter.com/christine_benz/status/1407722034029862919
Despite its growing popularity, cryptocurrency remains a controversial topic in finance. In the future, it is possible that crypto will play a starring role in funds, exchange-traded funds, and even retirement plans. Stan Treger explores millennial and generation Z clients' interest in this investment.
2) Promising Stocks for Your Portfolio
https://twitter.com/MstarMarkets/status/1408458372895195149
When looking for stocks with potential, it's important to go beyond the surface and consider the improving competitive advantages. Susan Dziubinski finds stock picks that are cheap and have positive moat trends.
3) Sponsors Are the Key to Success
https://twitter.com/LauricellaTom/status/1408418797984305153
Blacks and Hispanics still represent just a fraction of the total Certified Financial Planner population, writes Rianka R. Dorsainvil. This number is even smaller for Black women. How can the finance industry support and invest in Black female advisors? There needs to be a greater focus on sponsorship.
Stay in the loop with @MorningstarInc and our analysts:
Christine Benz, director of personal finance: @christine_benz
Dave Sekera, chief U.S. market strategist: @MstarMarkets
Tom Lauricella, editor for Morningstar Direct: @LauricellaTom