Commentary

The mining company intentionally destroyed a 46,000-year old sacred site for USD 135 million worth of iron ore--and it could cost them billions.

Put your money into sustainable investments.

It's easy to say "money doesn't grow on trees," but it isn't enough.

We examine the 18 new entrants.

The proxy process sounded an alarm on working conditions in the meatpacking industry.

As stocks rise, investors shift from U.S. equity to taxable-bond funds.

Be humble, be alert, and stay the course.

Reaching financial prosperity can start by becoming the hero of your own financial narrative.

Whether they’re falsifying their credentials or sharing misleading information, it’s important to protect yourself from financial professionals by verifying their credibility.  

Morningstar experts reflect on the money lessons they would have wanted their younger selves to know.

The U.S. and Canada show the different impacts of market concentration.

Investors should focus on the long-term signals, pick their spots, and keep a close eye on costs, based on analysis from Morningstar's midyear Active/Passive Barometer.

Morningstar's latest behavioral research shows that interest in sustainable investing persists despite the coronavirus.

Falling victim to statistical discrimination may be hurting your bottom line and steering clients away.

Don't let volatility be your only lens.

U.S. and international equity fund flows are ugly so far in 2020.

We are also expecting an earnings report from NVIDIA.

How to stay focused on investing your time, energy, and funds to a worthy cause for the most impact.

Why we’re changing the way we present information to our readers.

“There are trade-offs. Figure out what makes you happy and spend your money in that.”

We are on the lookout for these household names in the technology and consumer cyclical sectors.

“When you have a society where the wealth gap is so huge, we have a situation like we have now where when those folks fall, it brings all of us down, and we don't want that. There is enough for everybody,” writes The Washington Post columnist.

The week ahead in earnings winds down, but we have our eyes on these big names.

The timing of the coronavirus outbreak posed unprecedented challenges for index providers. Here's how Morningstar navigated the turmoil.

Morningstar's second-quarter 2020 market commentary covers the yield curve, trends in U.S. investments abroad, and more.

What we said in our comment letter on the new rule.

Earnings from big names in industrials, consumer cyclical, finance, and more are also on the calendar for next week.

Starting a new job? Here's a beginner's manual to understanding 401(k)s.

A look at how shareholders pursued racial justice in the 2020 proxy season, and what we expect in 2021.

Policymakers can take steps to help boost consumer confidence in these products.

We're also watching for reports from United, American Airlines, and Southwest. 

Taxable-bond funds swing from historic carnage to record inflows.

Energy stocks helped hold back value.

Research shows that investors can incorporate their ESG preferences and also earn strong returns.

The Fed is snapping up double-digit percentages of the corporate-bond ETF market.

We also have big names in finance and healthcare on our radar. 

Improvements to ESG metrics and disclosures matter for all investors.

Taxable-bond funds see inflows, while U.S. and international-equity funds bleed assets.

ESG strategies lose less money than non-ESG funds during market declines.

While shareholder resolutions are a key way for investors to hold companies accountable for action on issues of social justice, they rarely drive firms to change.

The network gap makes it harder for people without connections to break into the finance industry. Here’s how we can start to bridge this gap.

Answers to questions you might be asking about where the market stands.

There is no definitive answer, but here are three things to consider before you invest.

Employee welfare and political influence are among the big environmental, social, and governance issues this year.

Alphabet’s AGM will see shareholders vote on 10 proposals, including pay equity, sustainability and human rights risks--but it's looking like an uphill battle with the board.

You are a shareholder of the companies in your portfolio, and proxy voting is the way for you to have a say.

Our generation Z research offers a glimpse into the saving and investing perspectives of the newest crop of professionals.

Using tested techniques can help you skip the mental short cuts and remind yourself of what you're working toward during the coronavirus pandemic.

Big companies in the consumer cyclical and consumer defensive sectors, as well as a big name in technology, are on our radar.

Our team has created a digital tool that brings financial therapy to the general public.