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Global Markets Report - 30 June

Australian shares are expected to rise today following modest gains for US equities.
personal-finance

How to build a resilient investment portfolio

Morningstar global CIO, Dan Kemp, outlines how investors can best build an 'all-weather' portfolio, including have the right asset mix, sound advice, and thinking long-term.
personal-finance

Turning your tax return into financial independence

Wondering how you can make the most out of your 2022-2023 tax refund? We sit down with an investment specialist to discuss the options.
stocks

4 more ASX stocks to avoid at current prices

Strong share price rallies have pulled this well-known blue-chip miner and an Australian software giant deeper into “overvalued” territory in recent weeks, according to the latest Morningstar data.
markets

Global Markets Report - 29 June

Australian shares are slightly lower this morning following a broadly pessimistic session on Wall Street.
personal-finance

4 ways to protect your retirement from inflation

There are ways to counteract the ruinous impact of inflation on retirement plans.
personal-finance

The extra costs of buying your first home

A deposit is only half the battle when buying a home.
markets

Global Markets Report - 28 June

Australian shares are headed higher this morning following an optimistic day in the US.
personal-finance

Investing Compass: When to rebalance

In a listener requested episode, we look at when investors should rebalance.
markets

Global Markets Report - 27 June

Australian shares are signaling gains this morning following a broadly unsuccessful day for global markets.
stocks

3 top picks from Morningstar Investor subscribers

What do our analysts think about Morningstar Investor subscriber's top trades in June so far?
markets

Global Markets Report - 26 June

Australia's S&P/ASX 200 looks likely to edge lower at the open after worries over cooling global economies weighed on US stocks at the end of last week.
personal-finance

Vale, Harry Markowitz

Graham Hand revists three interviews with famed economist Harry Markowitz.
fixed-income

The role of bonds during a recession

AustralianSuper's Mark Delaney is preparing for a recession. He explains why bonds play an important role in the current environment.
personal-finance

Avoid this expensive tax-time mistake

Share investors need to take care when declaring capital gains and losses, being particularly mindful of the Australian Taxation Office's 'wash sale' rule.
personal-finance

6 tips for investing in your 40s and 50s

Key financial priorities for investors in the peak earnings years of their 40s and 50s.
stocks

TPG-Telstra deal thwarted as regulator frowns on infrastructure sharing

Despite TPG and Telstra's desire to go on with the fight, we believe market optimism for a regional mobile network-sharing deal has completely evaporated.
markets

Global Markets Report - 23 June

Australia's S&P/ASX 200 looks set for an uncertain open following a mixed lead by US stocks.
stocks

The best wide-moat growth stock you’ve never heard of

The stock of this niche software leader is undervalued.
markets

Bank of England delivers bumper 50bps rate hike

As recessionary concerns grow and mortgage mayhem continues to hit consumers, the Bank of England's battle to contain the fire of inflation has intensified.
etfs

ETFs vs. managed funds: the Australian David and Goliath

In Australia, David is ETFs valued at only 3% of the Goliath of managed funds, yet when we report ETF flows and characteristics as representing the 'industry', we are missing the main game.
stocks

Is Bitcoin worth the gamble?

What we’ve learned from tackling the most common approaches to valuing this cryptocurrency.
retirement

Reports of the demise of SMSFs are unfounded

Claims of an impending fall are not supported by the data, and older trustees are investing even more.
stocks

ASX stock of the month: Downer EDI

An accounting scandal, poor weather and declining revenue growth have hit Downer hard, but near-term headwinds may be obscuring a growth story.
personal-finance

Is the 60/40 portfolio dead?

Do investors need to look beyond stocks and bonds in the current environment? Morningstar's Annika Bradley speaks with AustralianSuper CIO Mark Delaney. 
markets

Global Markets Report - 22 June

Australian shares are expected to decline today following losses in most global markets.
investing

Webinar: Investing in an uncertain world with Morningstar's Global Chief Investment Officer

Morningstar’s Global Chief Investment Officer, Dan Kemp, holds a LIVE webinar in Australia, exclusively for Morningstar Investor members. Gain insights and have your most pressing investing questions answered by Morningstar's Global CIO.
investing

Webinar: Top stocks to watch in the new financial year

Amongst high interest rates and an inflationary environment, we explore the stocks we have on our best ideas list to reveal what we consider the most opportune investments to bring you in the new FY
funds

Listed Investment Companies monthly performance: May 2023

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).
personal-finance

Investing Compass: Paying down your mortgage vs investing

The age old question. This episode goes through the main considerations between paying down your mortgage and investing.
stocks

A rallying dividend-growth stock with 20% more upside

This quality company just raised its dividend—and we think its shares have more room to run.
retirement

Super underperformance: Are in-house teams held to account?

As super funds increasingly bring their investment teams in-house, what happens when funds underperform? Morningstar asks AustralianSuper.
stocks

Our most undervalued stock on the ASX

The market may be overly punishing this fintech, says Morningstar equity analyst Shaun Ler. We look at what's next for the embattled company.
markets

Global Markets Report - 21 June

Australian shares are expected to tumble this morning following losses across global markets.
markets

Global Markets Report - 20 June

Australian shares look set to open higher as Wall Street remained closed for a public holiday.
personal-finance

Morningstar's 'risk ratings' explained

Our Uncertainty Rating is the key metric to watch for if you're looking to mitigate risk in your portfolio, but there are other ways of identifying risk too
retirement

Does AI pose a risk to my retirement?

The AI gold rush involves some familiar tech giants. Should investors be worried about over-exposure to this theme?
stocks

Identifying the next ASX takeover target

M&A activity is set to ramp up. We reveal which ASX companies could be next in line for a takeover offer.
stocks

3 ASX retail stocks poised for a recovery

Morningstar analyst Johannes Faul highlights three ASX retailers still offering value against the backdrop of a worsening sector outlook.
markets

Global Markets Report - 19 June

Australian shares look set to open flat at the start of the new trading week.
stocks

Is this ASX media company a 'value trap'?

Good value? Or a value trap? Morningstar's Brian Han explains why there's still hope for this ASX radio broadcaster. 
markets

Few opportunities remain in overvalued luxury sector

Luxury brands' valuations seem optimistic considering their limbo state between a recovery in China, weakening in developed markets and higher operating costs.
stocks

AGL investor day confirms our positive view; Market catching on

AGL's recovery is well underway as stronger electricity prices give earnings a boost.\n 
etfs

Investing Compass: Does the exchange an ETF trades on matter?

Thinking of purchasing an ETF listed in the US, the UK, or any country other than Australia? Listen to this episode first.
investing

Webinar: Behavioural Investing

Take a look through the research conducted by Morningstar's Behavioural Research team, and how you can be a better investor. \n 
personal-finance

Are you making these 4 common portfolio mistakes?

Problem spots in real-world portfolios—and how to fix them.
stocks

3 ASX stocks that have an edge over the competition

We highlight three ASX stocks with the upper hand in some of the market's most competitive sectors, according to Morningstar analysts. 
markets

Global Markets Report - 16 June

Australian shares are expected to rise this morning following a positive day on Wall Street.
retirement

What you should know about retirement income

Here are five tips to help you better manage your retirement savings.
stocks

Opportunities in the big office REITs as office values fall

With office tower valuations under the spotlight, are there opportunities for investors among the property trusts and why does it matter for superannuation funds?
stocks

2 companies well-placed for the AI revolution

A data management firm and a narrow-moat company that designs critical software for semiconductor chips are two ways investors could get exposure to artificial intelligence.
personal-finance

Investing Compass: How to behave like a winner

Your behaviour impacts your returns more than you think. In this episode, we explore ways that you can increase your odds of better outcomes.
personal-finance

Wealth of Experience Podcast | Season 2, Episode 1

$3m super tax; Aussie large cap headwinds; Energy transition issues.
stocks

Does the CSL selloff present a rare opportunity for investors?

\nShares in the ASX giant were sold off on Wednesday as currency headwinds weigh on CSL's near-term margin recovery, but we believe the long-term recovery is intact.\n
markets

Fed's Powell signals a possible rate hike ‘skip,’ not a pause

But with inflation likely to ease as the economy slows, we see the Fed cutting rates around the year end.
stocks

3 undervalued ASX stocks the fund managers are buying

We’ve scanned the recent portfolio data from dozens of Morningstar-rated investment funds to show you what Australian stocks fund managers are buying up.
markets

Global Markets Report - 15 June

Australian shares are expected to rise this morning following a mixed session in the US.
personal-finance

What is Bitcoin’s scarcity worth?

Demonstrating that bitcoin’s restricted supply contributed to its incredible rise is one small step. Using it to forecast the future is a giant leap.
investing

Webinar: Are emerging markets still an attractive investment?

We discuss whether an opportunity still lies in emerging markets, or whether you should look elsewhere for investment ideas \n 
stocks

Are your blue-chip stocks hiding a China problem?

Do you know where your ASX-listed investments earn their revenue? Some may be entirely reliant on a single country. Use our interactive database to find out.
markets

Will the Fed hit pause on rate hikes or do a 'skip'?

The US, Australia and Canada now appear to be in a similar interest rate dynamic. 
retirement

Can you trust the valuations of super funds' unlisted assets?

AustralianSuper CIO Mark Delaney says it's in the best interest of industry super funds to ensure private asset valuations are up to date.
markets

Global Markets Report - 14 June

Australian shares are set to rise this morning following an optimistic day for global markets.
personal-finance

Why the odds are firmly against thematic investors

Morningstar's John Rekenthaler explores why investors chasing a theme typically lose more money than they make.
stocks

Are your blue chip investments hiding a China problem?

Do you know where your ASX-listed investments earn their revenue? Some may be entirely reliant on a single country. Use our interactive database to find out.
personal-finance

6 tips for investing in your 20s and 30s

Tips on getting the most bang for your investment dollars when you’re just starting out.
markets

Global Markets Report - 13 June

Australian shares are expected to climb today after a positive day in the US.
markets

Global Markets Report - 12 June

Australian shares were down Saturday morning following an uneasy session for global markets.
stocks

6 undervalued US stocks that just increased their dividends

It’s looking more likely that the stock market could head sideways for some time, making dividends a more important part of the equation for portfolio returns.
markets

Global Markets Report - 9 June

Australian shares are expected to rise today following a positive session on Wall Street.
personal-finance

What is direct indexing?

We take a look at the pros and cons of this investing strategy.
personal-finance

The ultimate superannuation EOFY checklist 2023

Now is the time for SMSFs and other super funds to make the most of the strategies available to them. Here is a 24-point checklist.
stocks

Can this embattled ASX media group recover?

It's the most undervalued ASX company covered by Morningstar. Is it a 'value trap'? Or does the new CEO have what it takes to turn things around?
personal-finance

The rise and rise of Chemist Warehouse

In part two of this interview with entrepreneur Jack Gance, we hear how he expanded Chemist Warehouse into a retailing behemoth.
stocks

Semiconductor stocks that aren't Nvidia

For those who don't want to chase the latest hot stock but are bullish on semiconductors, there are plenty of Morningstar-rated options
markets

Global Markets Report - 8 June

Australian shares are expected to open lower this morning following an unsteady day on Wall Street.
stocks

Why ARKK shareholders are still underwater

Despite a recent performance rebound, most ARK Innovation ETF investors have lost money.
investing

Webinar: EOFY Checklist

We go through an EOFY checklist top to bottom, to ensure you’re well equipped for the financial year ahead.
retirement

Investing Compass: Retirement in inflationary times

In this episode, we discuss the considerations for retirees in high inflation environments, and what they can do to combat it.
stocks

An ASX retailer set to double its footprint by 2030

It’s been a roller coaster 12 months for shareholders in this fast fashion retailer, but growth may be on the horizon.
funds

How to find the right active manager

Johanna Englundh talks to Morningstar's Jose Garcia-Zarate on how to identify managers that can help you on your investing journey.
markets

Global Markets Report - 7 June

Australian shares are expected to rise this morning following an unexpected interest rate hike by the Reserve Bank of Australia.
stocks

Finding the next Nvidia

This week, Nvidia briefly joining the exclusive US$1 trillion club. We look at three ways that investors can find the next stock market darling.
markets

RBA hikes again with more rate rises likely

Increased debt servicing costs may mean less profits for individual companies and less money to invest in the business or pay in dividends. Here's what investors should know.
markets

Market Index Performance | May 2023

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

5 undervalued semiconductor stocks

Chip stocks are on the rise after a disappointing 2022, but these names still look cheap.
markets

Why emerging markets could finally shine

Attractive valuations and China reopening could lead long-lagging emerging stocks to outperform.
etfs

Use caution when investing in a trend

The investing industry has a love/hate relationship with thematic ETFs. We explore how a thematic ETF may fit into a well-rounded portfolio.
stocks

Backing a winner: What ASX-listed Pinnacle looks for in a fund manager

What makes a great fund manager? Morningstar asks the founder of boutique fund incubator Pinnacle Investment Management.
markets

Global Markets Report - 6 June

Australian shares are leaning lower this morning following a disappointing day on Wall Street.
stocks

An undervalued lithium stock to buy and hold

This cheap lithium stock has 50%-plus upside, and offers long-term investors a way to play one of today’s top growth trends.
personal-finance

What is Bitcoin’s network worth?

Network effects are more complicated to model for bitcoin than for other assets.
stocks

Why this ASX company is a 'kingmaker'

Kingmakers can determine who succeeds or fails within their industry, and this moated company is trading at a double-digit discount.
markets

Global Markets Report - 5 June

Australian shares are set to gain this morning following a strong end to the week for global markets.
etfs

3 tips for picking an ETF

You’ve decided to buy an ETF. These three tips will help you narrow the universe down to one that suits you, and keep out those that don't.
markets

Opening Gates: AI is as revolutionary as the internet

Microsoft's Bill Gates says AI innovations will come much faster than when he started in computing. For investors, the challenge is deciding at which point too much money has flowed into AI stocks.
markets

Global Markets Report - 2 June

Australian shares are leaning higher this morning following gains across most global markets.
personal-finance

Why Australia is obsessed with housing

Australia is arguably obsessed with property, seemingly more than most other countries. What drives this obsession and is it rational?
markets

APRA firm on lending buffer despite concerns for 'mortgage prisoners'

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority says its serviceability buffer is not 'unduly impeding' people's ability to refinance their home loans after a sharp rise in interest rates.