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Global Markets Report - 1 December

ASX set to open lower, while US major indices break a three-month losing streak for November.
stocks

7 charts on the AI stock boom one year after ChatGPT’s launch

These stocks and the key trends behind them are critical for understanding the AI investment landscape.
personal-finance

Mark LaMonica's summer reading list

His favourite investing books.
markets

Global Markets Report - 30 November

ASX set to open higher, after a mixed day for US major indices and bond yields continued to move lower.
stocks

Morningstar initiates coverage on 3 new shares

There are 2 undervalued names as part of our new coverage. 
markets

2024 themes for investors

Morningstar’s 2024 Outlook report names three swing factors that may result in a wider range of outcomes. 
stocks

Why Berkshire Hathaway’s success will continue after Charlie Munger ... and Warren Buffett

Munger’s passing is a spiritual loss for the company.
markets

Global Markets Report - 29 November

ASX set to open higher, after US stocks posted small gains as investors bet on Fed rate cuts in the first half of the year.
stocks

3 shares for income investors

A dividend screen is a jumping off point for further research.
personal-finance

The best income-generating assets for your portfolio

Is it worth venturing beyond cash and term deposits for steady income? This looks at the pros and cons of assets - including stocks, bonds, and hybrids - in providing yield and how they stack up against cash.
stocks

What we think of Morningstar subscribers' most traded share

This stock was the second largest ‘buy’ for 2023 and was also the second largest ‘sell’ for Morningstar subscribers.
markets

Global Markets Report - 28 November

ASX set to open higher, after a subdued session on Wall Street saw all major indices close slightly lower.
personal-finance

An 8% retirement withdrawal rate?

A radio host advocates no small plans.
markets

Global Markets Report - 27 November

ASX set to open higher, after Wall Street reopened with modest rises for all major indices following the Thanksgiving holiday.
personal-finance

Retirement outcomes looking more positive given lower valuations

The 2023 Morningstar State of Retirement Income looks to the future to explore safe withdrawal rates. 
stocks

Bank results: the winners and losers

Morningstar analyst Nathan Zaia explains how the banks did and what the future holds.
markets

Global Markets Report - 24 November

ASX set to open higher, after modest rises for European and Asian equities overnight.
stocks

The art of buying stocks at 52-week lows

Stock markets are highly efficient in the long run yet share prices can fluctuate wildly near term. The art of investing is buying quality stocks when they’re temporarily down, and a current blue-chip may fit that profile.
stocks

A cheap US dividend share that’s 30% undervalued and yields above 4%

Income investors: Stock up on this narrow-moat name.
fixed-income

In a risky credit cycle are bonds a safe haven for income investors?

Bond managers unveil what’s in their portfolio as they balance income generation for investors while managing the downsides of potential corporate defaults.
markets

Global Markets Report - 23 November

ASX set to open lower ahead of the Thankgsgiving holiday in the US.
retirement

Morningstar Q3 superannuation survey

We explore 404 super options in our third quarter report. 
stocks

This equity raise looks extremely attractive

We recommend participating in the retail offer, providing it is consistent with your financial goals.
personal-finance

Things I’m thankful for as an investor

Successful investing is grounded in the accumulation of wisdom.
markets

Global Markets Report - 22 November

ASX set to open lower, after US tech stocks Nvidia and Microsoft fell overnight.
markets

What does a warmer future mean for oil & gas shares?

Ahead of the COP28 climate summit, here are three energy firms that look attractive if the world falls short of its carbon reduction goals.
markets

The US tech sector may be in bubble territory again

The US tech sector looks frothy, yet broader markets don't seem expensive and some other sectors seem downright cheap. 
funds

Listed Investment Companies monthly performance: October 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).
markets

Global Markets Report - 21 November

ASX set to open higher, after a strong session on Wall St led by tech stocks.
stocks

This stock jumped after earnings results; still significantly undervalued

A five star stock with a projected annual growth rate of 10%. 
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3 undervalued artificial intelligence stocks

Plus two dominant AI names that tech stock investors can’t ignore.
markets

Global Markets Report - 20 November

ASX set to rise, after US investors ended the week on a high after the cooler inflation outlook.
stocks

5 ultracheap shares undervalued by more than 50%

These 3 US and 2 ASX shares may appeal to investors with long time horizons and an appetite for risk.
funds

A closer look at UniSuper and AustralianSuper

The quarterly Morningstar Superannuation Survey focuses on fund performance, total fees (including investment and administration), and net assets of multisector MySuper and Choice options.
personal-finance

How to take the stress out of investing

Fear and stress have the power to change our perceptions of risk, skewing what we think is probable toward the negative. Since risk is unavoidable in investing, we should learn and practice emotional coping skills.
markets

Global Markets Report - 17 November

ASX set to open lower, after US investors digested a batch of weaker economic data.
stocks

Warren Buffet's latest buys and sells

Undervalued stocks in Berkshire Hathaway’s portfolio, as well as its latest buys and sells from its third-quarter 2023 13F filing.
markets

Charlie Munger on Buffett, gambling, Apple, and China

Munger is best known as Warren Buffett’s sidekick though he’s a formidable investor in his own right. In a rare interview, he sheds light on Buffett's career and recent investments. 
markets

Global Markets Report - 16 November

ASX set to open lower, after a day of modest rises on Wall Street.
stocks

Opportunities abundant in Aussie financials

Most asset managers and related firms undervalued, with an average discount of 21%
funds

Where do active managers add value?

Morningstar’s inaugural report comparing active and passive funds in Australia has uncovered where funds prove their worth to investors.
personal-finance

UniSuper CIO John Pearce on why the 60/40 portfolio is far from dead

The $130 Billion SuperFund Manager also talks about how he sees risk, his recent investments, and why history isn’t a good guide to the future.
markets

Global Markets Report - 15 November

ASX set to rise at the open, after US stocks surged on news of lower than expected October CPI.
stocks

Can ANZ’s “strategic win” sustain margin pressure?

The bank has lifted home loan growth above its peers but has this come at a cost to its margins and dividend growth.
retirement

Why it’s important to retire with purpose

Retirement isn’t the freedom from work, but the freedom to do your life’s work.
markets

Global Markets Report - 14 November

ASX set to open higher after mixed day on Wall Street.
stocks

Reassessing TPG after deal falls through

TPG shares plunged after a deal to sell non-mobile fibre to Vocus fell apart. Are the shares still attractive?
stocks

Warren Buffett has a record amount of cash – what is next?

Berkshire Hathaway’s cash holdings have increased to $157b in the latest earnings report.
markets

Global Markets Report - 13 November

ASX set to open higher, after a surge on Wall Street Friday led by tech stocks.
stocks

US share yielding above 9% and undervalued by 23%, this stock's a buy

Income investors, take note: This wide-moat company pays a handsome dividend, and its stock is on sale.
funds

Active vs. passive in listed real estate

Deciding whether to use an active or passive vehicle for the different allocations within an investment portfolio is an important decision that investors need to make at the end of the day. 
stocks

Investing Compass: What return are you actually getting from shares?

We break down each of the components of a total return to understand what you get at the end of your investment. 
funds

ARC Webinar: The Australian Active/Passive Barometer

We discuss the Morningstar Active/Passive Barometer, which measures the performance of active funds against passive peers in their respective Morningstar Categories.
markets

Global Markets Report - 10 November

ASX set to open lower, after falls on Wall Street broke the recent winning streak for the major indices.
stocks

Is Xero attractive after the shares plunge?

The market reacted negatively to the most recent earnings report.
personal-finance

Is day trading as addictive as gambling?

Don’t confuse it with investing – on a neurochemical level gambling, trading and speculation are not very different. 
markets

Market Index Performance | October 2023

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

Global Markets Report - 9 November

ASXset to open higher, as US investors digested the latest earnings reports.
markets

A world of investing opportunities

Know the index weightings of different markets around the world. It not only reveals the key sectoral influences on each market, but serves as a useful roadmap on where to look for desired industry exposure.
personal-finance

The 'Godfather' of the FIRE Movement

How to avoid lifestyle creep and find your path to financial independence.
stocks

2 quality stocks to put on your radar

There are plenty of cheap stocks in the Australian equity market but for prudent investors, Morningstar’s best ideas screen the best of the best.
markets

Global Markets Report - 8 November

ASX flat as investor digest the RBA decision to increase interest rates.
personal-finance

Not all total returns are created equal

Return sequences can help performance as well as hinder it.
stocks

Can Westpac deliver on growth and dividends?

Solid full-year results were delivered by Australia’s second largest lender. Can the bank maintain this turnaround?
markets

Global Markets Report - 7 November

ASX set to open lower, as Australian investors anticipate today's RBA decision on interest rates.
retirement

We need to talk about your retirement ‘spending’

Big inheritances can be a sign of underconsumption and suboptimal planning.
personal-finance

Investing Compass: The best lessons from 150 episodes

It's our 150th episode! We go through the best lessons from the last 150 episodes.
etfs

Our favourite property ETF retains Gold rating

Morningstar analysts believe this top-rated ETF is an excellent choice for domestic REIT exposure. 
markets

Global Markets Report - 6 November

ASX set to rise, as US investors take slowing US job gains as more evidence that interest rates have peaked.
personal-finance

Is the market attractive right now?

Investors endlessly follow the gyrations of the market but often ignore valuation levels which drive returns over the long-term.
personal-finance

How Aussie investors stack up against the rest of the world

Our latest research on the investor returns across six markets
markets

Have we hit a market bottom? Editor's note

There is endless speculation about signs of a market bottom. Should investors care?
markets

Q4 Australian equity market outlook

Plenty of opportunities in undervalued market despite economic headwinds.
markets

Global Markets Report - 3 November

ASX set to rise at the open, as US investors embraced the idea that central banks could be done raising rates.
stocks

Earnings results for our top pick in the lithium space

Falling lithium prices lower our fair value estimate for one of the world's largest producers.
stocks

ASX listed share added to our best ideas

The November edition of our Global Best Ideas list includes a new pick from our analysts. 
stocks

ARC Webinar: Best Stock Ideas November 2023

Hear from Morningstar's Equity Analysts on their latest insights on two of their Best Stock Ideas.
stocks

3 biggest buys from Morningstar users

What do our analysts think about Morningstar Investor subscriber's top equity trades in October?
markets

Global Markets Report - 2 November

ASX set to rise at the open, after a strong session on Wall St saw all three major benchmarks close higher.
personal-finance

6 great investing books for beginners

These books cover everything a beginner needs, from the basics of personal finance and investing to how the markets influence our money decisions.
stocks

Can AREIT yields still deliver?

With government bond yields now on par with commercial property capitalisation rates, can the riskier REIT sector still deliver for investors.