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If Congress can't reach a deal on the fiscal cliff prior to year-end, some effects will kick in sooner than others, says Morningstar's Bob Johnson.
5 Resolutions for t...
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Morningstar markets editor Jeremy Glaser highlights some must-dos in 2013 for banks, Blackberry devices, frazzled investors, and corporate America's balance sheets.
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Morningstar markets editor Jeremy Glaser highlights some must-dos in 2013 for banks, Blackberry devices, frazzled investors, and corporate America's balance sheets.
5 Gifts We'd Like f...
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We're only asking for more concrete steps in Europe, a stable tax regime here at home, productive corporate cash deployment, more jobs, and mild inflation.
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We're only asking for more concrete steps in Europe, a stable tax regime here at home, productive corporate cash deployment, more jobs, and mild inflation.
Will 'Cliff' Woes C...
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Morningstar's Bob Johnson sizes up how a stronger-than-expected economy may fare in different 'fiscal cliff' scenarios.
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Morningstar's Bob Johnson sizes up how a stronger-than-expected economy may fare in different 'fiscal cliff' scenarios.
How Much Can Housin...
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A doubling in housing starts off the bottom coupled with several knock-on effects from a stronger home market will give the economy a sustainable--but not explosiv...
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A doubling in housing starts off the bottom coupled with several knock-on effects from a stronger home market will give the economy a sustainable--but not explosive--boost, says Morningstar's Bob Johnson.
The Best REIT Oppor...
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For investors wanting extra yield from real estate, REITs that focus on health-care providers have several advantages in their favor.
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For investors wanting extra yield from real estate, REITs that focus on health-care providers have several advantages in their favor.
MLPs: High-Quality ...
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Tax advantages and economic moats allow master limited partnerships to offer investors much more than just high yields, says Morningstar's Paul Larson.
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Tax advantages and economic moats allow master limited partnerships to offer investors much more than just high yields, says Morningstar's Paul Larson.
Who's Buying?
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Berkshire, Bernanke, and others revealed further details on their purchase plans this week.
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Some economists believe that recent, noisy data indicate a recession for the U.S. economy, but Morningstar' Bob Johnson says, not so fast.
How to Survey the C...
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Market trends have altered the benefits of several annuity products, and Morningstar's Kevin Loffredi examines what retirees should know before investing in these ...
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Market trends have altered the benefits of several annuity products, and Morningstar's Kevin Loffredi examines what retirees should know before investing in these vehicles.
Dividends Not Just ...
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A strong and growing dividend can be a great signal of a quality stock for any kind of investor.
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A strong and growing dividend can be a great signal of a quality stock for any kind of investor.
Tannenbaum: Don't G...
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Any deal to avert the fiscal cliff will modestly hit the economy, but legislators won't allow the worst-case scenario--and subsequent recession--to happen, says No...
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Any deal to avert the fiscal cliff will modestly hit the economy, but legislators won't allow the worst-case scenario--and subsequent recession--to happen, says Northern Trust chief economist Carl Tannenbaum.
Scale and Patent Pr...
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Dave Ricks, head of Lilly's Bio-Medicines group, discusses the pharma giant's competitive advantages with Morningstar's Damien Conover.
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Dave Ricks, head of Lilly's Bio-Medicines group, discusses the pharma giant's competitive advantages with Morningstar's Damien Conover.
Bond Excitement and...
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BlackRock's Rick Rieder expects the bond market to focus more on alpha creation next year, but investors should watch for rising duration risk as well as ongoing t...
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BlackRock's Rick Rieder expects the bond market to focus more on alpha creation next year, but investors should watch for rising duration risk as well as ongoing troubles in Europe.
Debt Ceiling Debate...
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Investors should prepare to ride through a rough patch as the impending 2013 debt ceiling becomes a bargaining chip in Washington's deficit debate.
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Investors should prepare to ride through a rough patch as the impending 2013 debt ceiling becomes a bargaining chip in Washington's deficit debate.
Paying Up and Payin...
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News this week showed market players paying up for media assets, paying out for tax relief, and more.