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3 Winners from Our Fund Rating Methodology Changes

We upgraded three outstanding funds.

Why We Upgraded This Active ETF From Capital Group

Plus, other Morningstar Medalist Rating highlights from April.

15 Big Fund Upgrades and Downgrades

Our recent methodology update has altered the ratings landscape and increased transparency for investors.

Inside Morningstar’s Quantitative Medalist Rating Tuneup

We simplified the pillar calculations by basing them on the same kind of data Morningstar analysts consider when qualitatively rating strategies.

How Morningstar’s New Medalist Rating Methodology Affects 11 of America’s Largest Funds

A closer look at the big funds, with some notable upgrades.

What’s Changing (and Not Changing) With the Morningstar Medalist Rating?

This week, Morningstar is simplifying its Medalist Rating.

Franklin Announces Sweeping Manager Departures in the Wake of Buyout Offer

Nearly 30 managers will leave the firm, setting off changes affecting 96 strategies.

Looking for Growth ETFs? These 7 Stand Out Right Now

These growth-focused ETFs earn Morningstar’s top rating. Here’s what sets them apart.

4 Funds With Reeling Pillar Ratings

Even promising funds can tumble following significant changes or persistent vulnerabilities.

Why We Downgraded This Big T. Rowe Price Fund

Plus, other Morningstar Medalist Rating highlights from March

Why We Upgraded This iShares ETF

Plus, other Morningstar Medalist Rating highlights from February.

Long-Term Fund Success Begins With the Parent Firm

Morningstar Parent ratings show what sets the best asset managers apart.

4 Funds with Rating Changes After Manager Departures

When the captain leaves the ship, it doesn’t always spell trouble, but it raises questions about continuity and oversight.

Why We Upgraded American Funds Growth Fund of America’s People Rating

Plus, other Morningstar Medalist Rating highlights from January.

13 Great Funds for 2026 and Beyond

Here are some of my favorite long-term investments.

Why We Upgraded Vanguard Core Bond ETF

Plus, other Morningstar Medalist Rating highlights from December.

Why Are We Updating Our Medalist Rating? Simpler Is Better

We’re making it clearer how we evaluate expenses and streamlining the rating’s algorithmic components.

Why We Downgraded This Foreign Large-Value Fund

Plus, other Morningstar Medalist Rating highlights from November.

New Ratings Reveal Challenges for Semiliquid Funds

The latest round includes some promising, but untested, offerings.

Why We Upgraded Fidelity Balanced

Plus, other Morningstar Medalist Rating highlights from October.

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