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Although there are some instances when it could pay off, holding too much employer stock is a bad idea, says Morningstar's David Blanchett.
Taking Action
6 Views 21:00:55 09/14/12
Policymakers and corporate leaders appeared to take decisive steps this week, but are they moving in the right direction?
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Policymakers and corporate leaders appeared to take decisive steps this week, but are they moving in the right direction?
3 Key Points in the...
4 Views 23:00:45 09/13/12
The Fed's latest action is distinct from earlier measures in a few important ways, but it's still no silver bullet, says Morningstar's Jeremy Glaser.
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The Fed's latest action is distinct from earlier measures in a few important ways, but it's still no silver bullet, says Morningstar's Jeremy Glaser.
Be Prudent in the H...
5 Views 15:30:10 09/13/12
Investors should appreciate the risk trade-off, the effects of inflation, and the value that a fund manager can add in certain higher-yielding assets, says Morning...
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Investors should appreciate the risk trade-off, the effects of inflation, and the value that a fund manager can add in certain higher-yielding assets, says Morningstar's Shannon Zimmerman.
Behavioral Best Pra...
4 Views 17:00:56 09/12/12
Taking advantage of automatic investment plans, focusing on what you can control, and benchmarking your portfolio against your own goals (versus today's hottest pi...
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Taking advantage of automatic investment plans, focusing on what you can control, and benchmarking your portfolio against your own goals (versus today's hottest picks) can help keep investors' retirement plans disciplined and on-track.
Should Gold Investo...
54 Views 17:00:59 09/11/12
Slowing demand has pushed gold prices down during the past year, but good exposure to the commodity can be had through several growth-oriented names.
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Slowing demand has pushed gold prices down during the past year, but good exposure to the commodity can be had through several growth-oriented names.
Key Metrics for Mon...
13 Views 17:00:44 09/10/12
With the SEC dismissing a plan to reform the money fund industry, Morningstar's Eric Jacobson examines potential risks as well as focus points for investors going ...
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With the SEC dismissing a plan to reform the money fund industry, Morningstar's Eric Jacobson examines potential risks as well as focus points for investors going forward.
Due for a Fall?
4 Views 21:00:31 09/07/12
Morningstar markets editor Jeremy Glaser reports on European high hopes, former highfliers, and more in this week's roundup.
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Morningstar markets editor Jeremy Glaser reports on European high hopes, former highfliers, and more in this week's roundup.
August Job Report D...
3 Views 15:30:35 09/07/12
Although the employment market is anything but robust, it's also not likely as weak as the government data would suggest, says Morningstar's Bob Johnson.
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Although the employment market is anything but robust, it's also not likely as weak as the government data would suggest, says Morningstar's Bob Johnson.
Will Life Sciences ...
9 Views 21:00:52 09/06/12
Even if the NIH is drastically cut, we don't see a doomsday scenario for these companies, and some of the industry's stronger players are now trading at attractive...
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Even if the NIH is drastically cut, we don't see a doomsday scenario for these companies, and some of the industry's stronger players are now trading at attractive valuations.
Swing Factors and W...
10 Views 15:00:30 09/06/12
Quirks in auto and education employment, plus recent strength in the consumer sector could impact Friday's jobs report, says Morningstar's Bob Johnson.
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Quirks in auto and education employment, plus recent strength in the consumer sector could impact Friday's jobs report, says Morningstar's Bob Johnson.
Emery: Interest Rat...
5 Views 19:00:04 09/05/12
The Dodge & Cox Income manager discusses the fund's ongoing rate-risk mitigation, recent reduction in agency mortgages, and non-U.S. dollar-dominated picks.
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The Dodge & Cox Income manager discusses the fund's ongoing rate-risk mitigation, recent reduction in agency mortgages, and non-U.S. dollar-dominated picks.
What to Drop in You...
8 Views 14:30:11 09/05/12
Several low-cost, subadvised, and wider-ranging funds made Christine Benz's shortlist of investment candidates for retirees using the so-called 'bucket approach.'
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Several low-cost, subadvised, and wider-ranging funds made Christine Benz's shortlist of investment candidates for retirees using the so-called 'bucket approach.'
August Runup No For...
12 Views 15:00:50 09/04/12
Morningstar's Heather Brilliant isn't optimistic about the market's--or Europe's--prospects for the rest of the year, though several stocks currently present buyin...
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Morningstar's Heather Brilliant isn't optimistic about the market's--or Europe's--prospects for the rest of the year, though several stocks currently present buying opportunities.
Back to Business
4 Views 20:00:40 08/31/12
As summer wanes, the housing, retail, and policy sectors prepare to get back to work.
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As summer wanes, the housing, retail, and policy sectors prepare to get back to work.
Second Half Looks B...
14 Views 15:00:31 08/31/12
Despite a downward trend in GDP over the last two quarters, the number is less dire on a year-over-year basis and is poised to strengthen in the third and fourth q...
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Despite a downward trend in GDP over the last two quarters, the number is less dire on a year-over-year basis and is poised to strengthen in the third and fourth quarters.