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Congress' last-minute deal cut the so-called fiscal cliff in half, lessening economic headwinds in the short term, but much work remains to address longer-term deb...
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Congress' last-minute deal cut the so-called fiscal cliff in half, lessening economic headwinds in the short term, but much work remains to address longer-term debt and deficit issues, says Morningstar's Bob Johnson.
Possible Cliff Comp...
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Even if Congress can expediently pass Monday's compromise on tax rates, big hurdles on entitlements, the debt ceiling, and possible further tax-code revisions awai...
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Even if Congress can expediently pass Monday's compromise on tax rates, big hurdles on entitlements, the debt ceiling, and possible further tax-code revisions await, says Morningstar markets editor Jeremy Glaser.
What Happens if The...
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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.
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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.