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Australian shares are set to edge lower after Wall Street ended in the red.

We need to find a middle ground between high-priced financial advice and unlicensed investment conversations on Tik Tok, writes Emma Rapaport.

Supply disruptions following Russia's invasion of Ukraine are forcing analysts to consider the possibility elevated prices persist.

The return of selling fees; Cycle investing; Helping the supply chain; Getting used to inflation; Population decline; Budget summary; 6% mortgages?

Despite inflation rising as companies pass on price increases, the RBA is reluctant to increase rates. The market is pricing in a dozen rises by the end of 2023, but Philip Lowe will see a threat to his legacy.

Australian shares are poised to edge higher, shrugging off a negative lead from Wall Street.

The major drivers of ASX dividends should be untroubled by a rising rate environment.

Here’s why this important bond market indicator is flashing a warning sign.

These names are widely held among some of our favourite concentrated-fund managers.

Rising interest rates, strong economic growth and cheaper valuations are driving banking stocks ahead of the broader market.

Australian shares are set to rise following a rally in US and European markets.

But investors should think twice before chasing the next hot theme, writes Kenneth Lamont.

Headline inflation is spiking but it doesn't tell the full story with some households disappropriately affected. Here's how to calculate your own personalised inflation rate.

Cash handouts, winners from the infrastructure splurge and warnings that spending could accelerate the start of interest rate hikes.

Australian shares are poised to rise as tech stocks helped Wall Street higher.

The most undervalued major market in the world is also one of the most complicated. 

More strong readings on the labour market are expected as the Fed is seen moving higher, faster on rates.

These companies are poised for a revenue bump as travel rebounds.

Where are entertainment and streaming services headed?

Australian shares look set to rise after US shares extended their rally into a second week.

This week marked one month since Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Here's how it impacted financial markets.

Digital images are worth more than a thousand words. In fact, they could be worth millions. Or nothing at all...

Surging wheat prices start to bite and Hamish Douglass farewells Magellan board.

Same fund, but cheaper? Hume's crypto frontier; Need a bigger battery; Plight of Russian oil; Invasion impacts; Private equity; Global REITs.

Australian shares are set to go higher after a rally on Wall Street.

Problems in global supply chains are an opportunity for WiseTech as its logistics company customers move to replace old software.

Seven tips for cutting fuel use and finding cheaper petrol as Russia's invasion of Ukraine sends energy markets soaring.

With inflation still running hot, bond prices are sliding as the market looks for faster Fed rate hikes.

Australian shares look set to fall in line with Wall Street.

Analysts believe the asset manager sell-off overlooks some of the attractive traits of businesses like Magellan, Platinum and Pendal. 

Markets focused on floods and bushfires are missing how insurers are cutting costs, doing more digitally and are looking down the barrel of a lift in investment income.

Four sectors and seventeen stocks for the bulls and the bears on value's latest rally.

Why invest in an unlisted fund when the listed version of the same fund is priced at a discount? Why hold a listed version at a premium when the unlisted version is cheaper? Find the best way to invest.

Here is how we expect the wide-moat firm to manage the insurer and reinsurer Alleghany Corporation.

Where are the shareholders’ yachts?

Australian shares are poised to rise after technology stocks led a rally on Wall Street 

Not all decisions are number-driven. The right answer might involve a bit of introspection.

Investors hesitate about buying into the double digit losses recorded by technology and other growth stocks.

As the market stays in correction territory, high-quality undervalued stocks including Biogen and Salesforce look poised to gain.

Our monthly update detailing the short- and long-term performance of major indices.

Australian shares are set to jump, sidestepping selling on Wall Street.

The federal government says its role is not to shield retail investors from all risk.

A rising wages environment is a risk for company profitability, but this could be offset by price increases, experts say.

Government bonds present tricky questions for fund managers to address when applying ESG principles.

Chinese ADRs bounce back, NVIDIA and Moderna rise and energy stocks slump.

The Morningstar LIC monthly report provides a snapshot of ASX-listed LICs, and whether they are trading at a premium or a discount to their net tangible assets (NTA).

While the upcoming federal budget may bring yet more changes for SMSFs, here are some of those already in the pipeline for 2022.

Australian shares are set to jump at the open following a Friday rally on Wall Street.

Magellan announces buyback as Covid-19 roars back. 

It's not only about exclusions.

Fundies versus funds; MFS on portfolios; Gold in AUD as hedge; Discombobulation; Universal pension; Midterms are Biden referendum; Fed turning point.

"If one does not know to which port one is sailing, no wind is favourable." - Seneca.

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Australian shares are set to rise as Wall Street extends rally.

Possible disruptions to wheat production in the Black Sea are unlikely to impact GrainCorp over the long run.

Investors can invest in the funds of our leading fund managers, or they can invest in the business itself. The success of the fund manager is 'twinned' to the performance of the fund, but what type of twins are they?

Morningstar Investment Management's global CIO Dan Kemp explains why well-intentioned investors desperate for peace in Europe are making dangerous market calls

In a mission to fight inflation, Wednesday's rate hike is likely the first of eight this year alone.

Australian shares are set to rally as Wall Street notched record gains.

Investors in emerging-markets equity funds are getting hit with a one-two punch.

Morningstar Best Ideas BMW and GM rub shoulders with narrow-moat auto part suppliers.

A shot of Starbucks shares could boost portfolios as rewards program drives growth.

Some of Asia's best companies like Tencent and Alibaba have fallen deep into undervalued territory amid recent share price turmoil.

Uncertainty, inflation expectations, interest-rate forecasts, geopolitical risks, and the global pandemic are all presenting investment considerations.

Amid rising inflation and interest rates and geopolitical tensions, it could be time for investors revsit their portfolios.

Australian shares are set to open higher in line with Wall Street.

BHP, Rio Tinto and a slew of smaller miners stand to gain if the supply shock to commodity markets persists.

Industry growth looks strong, but it's all concentrated in a small group of funds.

Knowledge of the local market, strong branding and a growing subscription service should see the undervalued retailer retain market share in the rapidly growing online sales category, says Roy Van Keulen.

With hazards that are bigger and more numerous, these markets highlight the importance of diversification.

Historically, US stocks have done well in the months after an initial rate increase.

Five companies, including Yum China, may delist by 2024 if they are unable to comply with US auditing standards.

Australian shares are poised to fall in line with Wall Street.

There's a lot to think about with this wild card, if you can even call it that.

Well-known growth funds remain popular even as value strategies extend their outperformance.

Australian shares are poised to open higher; Wall Street fell on Friday.

We've surveyed Morningstar's editors and experts to ask them what their mothers taught them about money, and there are plenty of interesting and powerful lessons.

International Women’s Day wasn’t all doom and gloom, but beyond the warm words lay plenty of very serious questions about what it means to live and work as a woman.

Russia, China highlight the need to consider 'regime risk.'

Cathie Wood says ARKK is a “deep value” fund now. But Morningstar’s data shows it's still a growth fund, just with stocks that are struggling.

Reserve Bank's band on indefinite hiatus as Myer shows department stores have life yet.

Russia's invasion of Ukraine is sparking global price increases at a time of already-high inflation. But will worsening inflation and weakening economic growth open the door to stagflation?

Not seen since the 1970s, a period of high inflation and stagnant growth would leave investors with few places to hide. 

Australian shares are set to fall after selling resumed on Wall Street.

Companies like to play with the price of their stocks sometimes…here’s why and what you should know.

Plus the largest anticipated tech IPOs of the year.

Investment fads and trends look good when they are launched, but can end in disaster.

We highlight female portfolio managers that are managing money in Australia.

Australian shares are poised to rise after US and European shares snapped losing streaks.

Years of underinvestment in supply point to elevated energy prices ahead.

Profits top expectations as Australian firms warn of uncertainty ahead. 

With valuations coming down, wide-moat stocks may be in a better position for a period of rising rates and inflation.

We strongly agree with the board.

Australian shares are poised for a modest gain at the open as Wall Street closed lower.

MSCI and FTSE join asset managers in writing off Russia.

Higher inflation, rising interest rates and booming commodity markets are driving a major rotation away from the post-pandemic winners, says Tim Murphy, Morningstar director of manager selection.

Use these questions to get started.

As women gain wealth, advisers must prepare to serve them.

How commodities and other nontraditional investments have affected portfolios.

Whilst Australia has achieved a lot, equality in the corporate context has not yet occurred. However, it is encouraging that it remains a high priority for our biggest companies.

Change is slow but inevitable.

The ASX is set for a modest gain as a global selloff took the Nasdaq into a bear market.

Futures prices for a range of major commodities remain elevated for months ahead.

Australian shares are set to open higher after US stocks slumped on Friday. 

Two Russian miners caught up in the Russia sell-off are to leave the FTSE 100.

Western exodus from Russian oil and gas could be costly, Commonwealth Bank forecasts a fall in house prices and super fund fees to drop.

An interview with Perth Tolle, founder, Life & Liberty Indexes.

Your market downturn and volatility questions, answered.

Including arms and defence contractors in ESG funds in response to Ukraine could be a grave error and one that risks compromising decades of progress.

Australian shares are poised to fall after a mixed session on Wall Street.

Regulators are likely to be less lenient now the buy-now-pay-later sector is part of the fabric of Australian payments.

Here's what managers of Morningstar Medalist funds are saying about the outlook for Russian stocks.

These quality companies are trading at double-digit discounts to fair value.

Financial warfare intensifies ahead of MPs' vote on restricting companies from listing and raising money in London. We list the main companies and those on the sanctions list.

A field guide to the key risks for investors in stocks, bonds, and yes, cash.

+ Death of single-industry funds; Six good stock results; Global property; Top investment theme; Having fun; House of Gucci lessons.

Habit, selectivity bias, and groupthink.

Even as U.N. panel finds globe is warming fast, oil prices climb.

Australia shares are set to rise in line with the US.

This month we have 13 companies in our Best Stock Ideas list. Since last month, we have added Kogan and WiseTech Global and removed Cimic Group and Whitehaven Coal.

The Oracle of Omaha’s annual letter is full of lessons for investors. 

The industry received record net inflows as investors demonstrated a growing appetite for theme-based, active and environmental, social, and governance factor-based ETFs.

Australian shares are poised to fall after stocks and bond yields tumbled on Wall Street.

Russian exposure is not widespread among active managers. Only 13 strategies in our global equities database hold greater than 5% portfolio exposure.

Woodside, South32 and Graincorp are among those that could benefit from a spike in oil, grain and aluminium prices as war rages in Ukraine.

Growth stocks are now broadly undervalued and the overall market now looks fairly priced.