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Volatile markets can hide investment opportunities and risks. These research reports and quick reads reveal the fundamentals driving market moves.

Discover insights on private markets, sector outlooks, and major factors reshaping capital markets.

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While consumer spending wavers, segments like cruise lines and international travel offer potential upside for portfolios.

Travel Industry Outlook: Unlock Investment Opportunities in Turbulent Times

Traditional asset managers continue to struggle compared to their alternative asset manager peers.

Top Asset Management Trends in 2026

SpaceX's IPO shows the value of this more accurate, more timely assessment of risk.

Faster IPO Coverage in Morningstar's Risk Model: See the Risk Sooner

The global sportswear market has expanded at a 3.9% compound annual growth rate over the past 15 years as more people move into the middle class, watch sports, and participate in physical activities.

Sportswear Industry Landscape: 2026

Political setbacks have rattled investors in the utilities space, sending PG&E and Edison International shares down 30% in a matter of days. But does the sell-off overstate the risk?

US Utilities: Value in the Wild West

Our outlook on regulatory risk, margin recovery, and profit growth outlook for US MCOs through 2035.

Managed Care Organizations Outlook

US investment banks post record trading and M&A results in 2026 Q3. See Morningstar's outlook on valuations, risks, and top stock picks.

US Investment Banks: 2026 Q3

Airline stocks have soared past fair value while demand stalled.

Airline Industry Analysis: Trends, Advantages, and Risks

US utilities are entering their largest investment cycle in decades to power AI data centers. See top stock picks and the risks to watch.

US Utilities Outlook: AI Power Demand Meets Grid Investment

Robust earnings and dividend growth in 2026-27 should support double-digit annual total returns for many utilities.

2026 Utility Trends: AI, Data Centers, and Renewables

The active management landscape is evolving. Morningstar shares key trends and the value of a niche for investment teams at asset management firms.

The Value of a Niche: Where Active Managers Can Win

Lower oil prices, shifting supply dynamics, and evolving geopolitical risks are changing the outlook for energy markets.

Oil and Gas Industry Overview: Reviewing Opportunities