Morningstar, Inc. provides independent investment research services in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. The company offers web-based tools; investment data, fundamental equity and manager research, private capital markets research, credit and fund rating, and index, as well as environmental, social, and governance (ESG) rating services; and investment offerings, including managed investment products, publicly listed and private companies, fixed income securities, and real-time global market data for financial advisors, asset managers, retirement plan providers and sponsors, and individual and institutional investors. It also provides Morningstar Data, an investment data spanning various databases, including equity fundamentals, managed investments, ESG factors, and market data; Morningstar Direct, an investment-analysis platform; Morningstar Managed Portfolios, an advisor service consisting of model portfolio that offers services for independent financial advisors, as well as offers asset allocation services for asset managers, broker/dealers, and insurance providers; Morningstar Advisor Workstation, a web-based research, financial planning, and proposal generation platform; and Morningstar.com, a website for individual investors. In addition, the company offers Morningstar Enterprise Components; Morningstar Credit Ratings that provides issuance and surveillance services for structured finance products and instruments; corporate credit estimates and operational risk assessment rankings; Morningstar Indexes for creating investment products; Morningstar workplace solutions, such as retirement accounts, fiduciary services, allocation funds, and custom models; and PitchBook Platform, research and analysis workstation for investment and research professionals. Further, its PitchBook provides a mobile application, excel plug-in, data feeds, and data solutions. The company was incorporated in 1984 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
IPO Year: 2005
Exchange: NASDAQ
Website: morningstar.com
| Date | Price Target | Rating | Analyst |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/9/2024 | $340.00 | Buy → Neutral | Redburn Atlantic |
| 10/8/2024 | $390.00 | Buy | UBS |
| 8/12/2024 | $352.00 | Outperform | BMO Capital Markets |
| 10/30/2023 | $320.00 | Neutral → Overweight | Redburn Atlantic |
| 1/11/2023 | Buy → Neutral | Redburn | |
| 9/20/2022 | Neutral → Buy | Redburn |
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Redburn Atlantic downgraded Morningstar from Buy to Neutral and set a new price target of $340.00
UBS initiated coverage of Morningstar with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $390.00
BMO Capital Markets initiated coverage of Morningstar with a rating of Outperform and set a new price target of $352.00
Redburn Atlantic upgraded Morningstar from Neutral to Overweight and set a new price target of $320.00
Redburn downgraded Morningstar from Buy to Neutral
Redburn upgraded Morningstar from Neutral to Buy
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Continued commitment to U.S. markets despite policy uncertainty, concerns around market concentration, calls for better climate tools and caution around AI come to the forefront in recent conversations. Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, today shares results from the qualitative phase of its Asset Owner Perspectives Survey. The findings were taken from interviews with 25 of the largest institutional asset owners from North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific. These individual discussions, conducted by Morningstar Indexes and Morningstar Sustainalytics in March and April 2026, are designed to check the pulse of the global asset owner comm
Morningstar Credit Analytics, a wholly owned subsidiary of Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), today launched Corporate Credit Analytics, a new set of tools designed to bring greater transparency and consistency to private credit analysis. "Private credit decisions are still shaped by incomplete and inconsistent information. That distortion makes it harder to compare risk and defend decisions," said Brian Grow, president of Morningstar Credit Analytics. "Corporate Credit Analytics replaces public-market comparisons with aggregated private‑company data. Credit teams can now have a common, data-driven, and defensible framework to help evaluate and benchmark borrower performance, from initial u
Integration advances Morningstar and PitchBook's vision of trusted, analyst‑backed intelligence in AI‑powered research workflows Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, and PitchBook, a Morningstar company and a leading private capital market intelligence provider, today announced a new integration with Perplexity that broadens access to Morningstar and PitchBook data, research, and intelligence through Perplexity's AI platform. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260507807687/en/ Through these Model Context Protocol (MCP) integrations, eligible users can incorporate M
Brings institutional-grade deal-level benchmarking into private market workflowsDelivers greater transparency into private markets performance and operating metrics NEW YORK, May 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- StepStone Group (NASDAQ:STEP), a leading private market investment firm, and PitchBook, a leading private capital markets intelligence provider and Morningstar (NASDAQ:MORN) company, today announced a partnership to provide access to StepStone's deal-level benchmarks through the PitchBook platform. The partnership combines deal-level performance and operating metrics from StepStone's proprietary SPI platform with PitchBook's industry-leading private capital market data, research, and
Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, reported increased revenues in the first quarter of 2026 with sustained momentum in profitability growth. "In the first quarter, we created significant value, growing operating and adjusted operating income by more than 30%, while reducing shares outstanding by roughly 4% for a total of more than 10% over the past 12 months," said Kunal Kapoor, Morningstar's CEO. "On the product front, we introduced new proprietary intellectual property, including PitchBook's daily valuation estimates for venture capital-backed companies and public-market-style research on leading private firms." The Company's quarte
The rebrand of the CRSP indexes, with over $3 trillion in AUM benchmarked, solidifies Morningstar's position as one of the top tier index providers and is an important new milestone in the CRSP integration. Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, has reached a new milestone in its previously completed acquisition of the Center for Research in Security Prices (CRSP) from the University of Chicago, announcing the rebrand of the CRSP Market Indexes to reflect the Morningstar brand. The CRSP Market Indexes, which underpin a range of popular mutual funds and ETFs including the Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund (VTSAX and VTI) and Vanguard
Morningstar adds to its innovative suite of private market indexes, adding a European version to its modern market series, combining public and private European equity exposure in a single index. Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, today announced the Morningstar PitchBook Europe Modern Market 50 Index. The Europe Modern Market 50 blends the largest and most significant Europe-based publicly listed and late-stage venture-backed private companies into a single index. With companies raising significant capital while staying private longer, the investor opportunity set is expanding beyond public markets, especially in technology-driven ar
New quantitative research tool delivers a six-month default rate estimate for the US leveraged loan market PitchBook, the leading private capital market intelligence platform, today introduced the PitchBook LCD Default Predictor, a new quantitative research tool that produces a monthly, forward-looking estimate of the aggregate default rate in the Morningstar LSTA US Leveraged Loan Index. The tool gives credit market participants a clearer view of where leveraged loan default rates may trend over the next six months, helping investors move from reactive analysis to proactive portfolio positioning. As credit markets navigate heightened macroeconomic uncertainty, leveraged loan investors,
The acquisition of ByAllAccounts will support continued growth and innovation in data aggregation, while Morningstar will remain a committed customer Pello Companies, LLC, which focuses on open finance innovation, today announced the entry into a definitive agreement for the acquisition of ByAllAccounts, a provider of innovative data aggregation technology for financial applications, from Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN). Upon completion of the transaction, ByAllAccounts will operate as a standalone company. The acquisition is expected to close in the first half of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions. Deal terms are not disclosed. Pello Companies will appoint Cynthia Rojas Seja
Investment leaders recognized for disciplined performance and investor-first decision making Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, today announced the winners of the 2026 US Morningstar Awards for Investing Excellence. The awards recognize portfolio managers and asset management firms that Morningstar believes exemplify long-term investment skill, thoughtful risk-taking, and a consistent commitment to serving investors' best interests. The 2026 winners are: Outstanding Equity Portfolio Manager: Harry Hartford and Sarah Ketterer, Causeway Capital Outstanding Fixed Income Portfolio Manager: Jerome Schneider, PIMCO Outstanding Allo
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Semrush Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:SEMR), a leading online visibility management SaaS platform, appointed Caroline Tsay to its Board as an independent director effective May 1, 2025. Ms. Tsay will become the ninth director of the Board. "We are delighted to have Caroline join our Board," said CEO of Semrush, Bill Wagner. "Caroline brings a wealth of highly relevant technology, product, and marketing expertise to our Board. Caroline's growth mindset and her extensive experience as a public company director will enrich the conversations we have in the boardroom." "I'm thrilled to join the Board of Semrush at such an exciting time for the Company, as it accelerates innovation at the intersection o
Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a global provider of independent investment insights, today announced the appointment of Michael Holt as chief financial officer, effective January 1, 2025. The company previously announced that Jason Dubinsky would step down at the end of the year and assume a consulting role through a transition period. Reporting to chief executive officer Kunal Kapoor, Holt will lead and oversee Morningstar's global finance organization. He has served as Morningstar's chief strategy officer for the past seven years and, in 2023, was also named president of the Research and Investments group, overseeing the 400-person team responsible for Morningstar's rigorous, independ
The suite of APIs combines Morningstar's IP with powerful front-end functionality, empowering firms to innovate their digital investment capabilities CHICAGO, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, today announced the launch of Direct Web Services, a collection of application programming interfaces (APIs) that packages Morningstar's data, research, and calculation engines for financial services firms to use in their own digital solutions. Direct Web Services is complemented by a newly created global network of certified partners to seamlessly integrate API functionality for firms developing sophisticated websites
Two of Morningstar's fastest-growing product areas will together accelerate the company's ESG data, indexes, ratings, and research expansion CHICAGO, June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, today announced that it will align the Morningstar Sustainalytics and Morningstar Indexes product areas under Morningstar Indexes President Ron Bundy. The move emphasizes Morningstar's ESG market leadership position and enhances its ability to comprehensively meet the evolving needs of investors. Morningstar provides a full suite of traditional and ESG market data and indexes, as well as ESG ratings and research, across multipl
CHICAGO, June 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, today announced winners of the 2021 Morningstar Awards for Investing Excellence. The awards recognize portfolio managers, asset management firms, and up-and-coming managers, who demonstrate the industry's very best attributes, including investment skill and an alignment of interests with the strategies' investors. Morningstar selects leaders in three categories: Outstanding Portfolio Manager, Exemplary Stewardship, and Rising Talent. The winners will be featured on CNBC's "Power Lunch" program today and throughout the week. "Our 2021 winners represent the best in th
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Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, reported increased revenues in the first quarter of 2026 with sustained momentum in profitability growth. "In the first quarter, we created significant value, growing operating and adjusted operating income by more than 30%, while reducing shares outstanding by roughly 4% for a total of more than 10% over the past 12 months," said Kunal Kapoor, Morningstar's CEO. "On the product front, we introduced new proprietary intellectual property, including PitchBook's daily valuation estimates for venture capital-backed companies and public-market-style research on leading private firms." The Company's quarte
The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, today declared a quarterly dividend of 50 cents per share, consistent with the dividend paid in January. The dividend is payable April 30, 2026, to shareholders of record as of April 3, 2026. Please contact investors@morningstar.com with any questions. About Morningstar, Inc. Morningstar, Inc. is a leading provider of independent investment insights in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. The Company offers an extensive line of products and services for individual investors, financial advisors, asset managers and owners, retirement plan providers and sponsors, institu
The 38th annual conference aims to deliver clarity, perspective, and actionable insights so advisors and investors have nothing standing in the way of their long-term goals Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, today announced the agenda for its 38th annual Morningstar Investment Conference, taking place June 17-18, 2026, at Chicago's iconic Navy Pier. Grounded in Morningstar's independent perspective and brought to life by leading voices in the industry, the conference seeks to tackle today's most pressing investment challenges with clear, actionable strategies and timely insights. "This year's agenda is built around the obstacles advis
Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, reported solid fourth-quarter revenue growth with increases in operating and free cash flows. "Morningstar grew revenue, operating income, and adjusted operating income meaningfully in 2025," said Kunal Kapoor, Morningstar's chief executive officer. "As we kick off 2026, we are using AI to further scale our research and data moat. At the same time, we continue to advance our ambition to become the common language for investors navigating the convergence of public and private markets. From new integrations with leading large language models, including ChatGPT by OpenAI, to the launch of an index suite f
The CRSP integration unites two trusted sources of market insight, reinforcing a shared commitment to transparency, quality, and investor-focused solutions and solidifying Morningstar's position as a top-tier global index provider. Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, has completed its previously announced acquisition of the Center for Research in Security Prices (CRSP), a premier provider of historical stock market data and indexes, from the University of Chicago, for $365 million, subject to customary adjustments. The acquisition of CRSP brings the CRSP Market Indexes, benchmarks for over $3 trillion in U.S. equities spanning market c
The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, today declared a quarterly dividend of 50 cents per share, an increase of approximately 10 percent. The dividend is payable Jan. 30, 2026, to shareholders of record as of Jan. 2, 2026. The 4.5 cent increase from the prior quarterly rate of 45.5 cents per share results in an annualized dividend of $2.00 per share compared with the prior annualized rate of $1.82 per share. Please contact investors@morningstar.com with any questions. While subsequent dividends will be subject to board approval, the company expects to pay three additional dividends in 2026: Record Date
Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, reported third-quarter revenue growth with increases in operating and adjusted operating income and margins. "Morningstar Credit delivered a standout quarter driven by strong performance across asset classes and regions, while Morningstar Direct Platform and PitchBook also contributed meaningfully to consolidated growth," said Kunal Kapoor, Morningstar's chief executive officer. "We continue to lay the foundation for durable growth with our planned acquisition of the Center for Research in Security Prices, which will position us as one of the largest index providers for public US equity index funds and
Ninth annual study evaluates 11 leading providers, highlighting industry growth amid policy changes and improved offerings Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, today published its ninth annual Health Savings Account (HSA) Landscape Report, offering an in-depth analysis of industry trends and assessments of the top HSA providers available to individuals. The report evaluates 11 providers on two use cases: as spending accounts for current medical costs and as long-term investment accounts. The report delves into how new developments – such as the passing of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and advancements in artificial intelligence – could
Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire the Center for Research in Security Prices (CRSP), a premier provider of historical stock market data and indexes, from the University of Chicago, for $375 million. Upon closing, this strategic move will redefine Morningstar's position in the market, catapulting it to one of the largest index providers for public US equity index funds. As part of the transaction, Morningstar will acquire the CRSP Market Indexes, which are the benchmarks for more than $3 trillion in US equities across market capitalizations, investment styles, and sectors, prov
The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, today declared a quarterly dividend of 45.5 cents per share, consistent with the dividend paid in July. The dividend is payable Oct. 31, 2025, to shareholders of record as of Oct. 3, 2025. Please contact investors@morningstar.com with any questions. About Morningstar, Inc. Morningstar, Inc. is a leading provider of independent investment insights in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. The Company offers an extensive line of products and services for individual investors, financial advisors, asset managers and owners, retirement plan providers and sponsors, institutio