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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

Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, posted second-quarter revenue growth with increases in operating and adjusted operating income and margins. "PitchBook, Morningstar Direct Platform, and Morningstar Credit led the way in the second quarter, contributing to solid growth," said Kunal Kapoor, Morningstar's chief executive officer. "Our teams remain focused on delivering insights and experiences that make us essential to the investor workflow. In recent weeks, we enhanced Direct Advisory Suite with data on 1,000 private funds and improved screening tools, expanded CLO holdings and trade data in PitchBook, and published The State of Semiliq

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 April. The dividend is payable July 31, 2025, to shareholders of record as of July 11, 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, institut

Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, posted first-quarter revenue growth with increases in operating and adjusted operating income and margins. The Company also accelerated its stock repurchases in the quarter. "Growth in PitchBook and Morningstar Credit contributed to a strong start to 2025," said Kunal Kapoor, Morningstar's chief executive officer. "We are supporting their growth and expanding our private credit and structured finance offerings with the acquisitions of Lumonic and DealX. While we remain focused on generating durable growth, the recent market volatility and increased economic uncertainty have caused us to be more cautious

The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, today declared a quarterly dividend of 45.5 cents per share, consistent with the dividend paid in January. The dividend is payable April 30, 2025, to shareholders of record as of April 4, 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, institu

Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, today announced the acquisitions of Lumonic Inc., a private credit portfolio monitoring and management platform, and Dealview Technologies Limited (DealX), a provider of standardized U.S. commercial mortgage-backed security (CMBS) and global collateralized loan obligation (CLO) data. These acquisitions will strengthen Morningstar's private credit and structured finance offerings, with advanced solutions designed to deliver efficiency, transparency, and enhanced decision-making to institutional investors and asset managers. The Lumonic acquisition closed on March 3, 2025, and the DealX acquisition closed

Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, reported double-digit revenue growth for 2024 and meaningful increases in operating and free cash flow, with fourth-quarter revenue increasing 9.7%, or 10.6% on an organic basis. "We finished 2024 strongly by executing on themes such as the convergence of public and private markets and using AI to transform client workflows," said Kunal Kapoor, Morningstar's chief executive officer. "Recent product enhancements include PitchBook's integration of aftermarket equity research and introduction of an improved research center experience, and the January launch of the Direct Advisory Suite, which expands our

The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, today declared a quarterly dividend of 45.5 cents per share, payable Jan. 31, 2025, to shareholders of record as of Jan. 3, 2025. The five-cent, or 12.3%, increase from the prior quarterly rate of 40.5 cents per share results in an expected annualized dividend of $1.82 per share compared with the prior annualized rate of $1.62 per share. While subsequent dividends will be subject to board approval, the company expects to pay three additional dividends in 2025: Record Date   Payable Date April 4, 2025   April 30, 2025 July 11, 2025

Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, posted double-digit third-quarter revenue growth while expanding operating margins. "Morningstar Credit led the way in the quarter with additional contributions from across the business supporting revenue and profit growth," said Kunal Kapoor, Morningstar's chief executive officer. "Our diverse portfolio continues to present opportunities for innovation and durable growth, including those arising from the accelerated convergence of public and private markets." The Company's quarterly shareholder letter provides more context on its quarterly results and business performance and can be found at sharehold

The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, today declared a quarterly dividend of 40.5 cents per share, consistent with the dividend paid in July. The dividend is payable Oct. 31, 2024, to shareholders of record as of Oct. 4, 2024. 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 solutions that serve a wide range of market participants, including individual and institutional investors in public and private capit

Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, posted double-digit second-quarter revenue growth while expanding operating margins. "Led by Morningstar Credit's strength across regions and asset classes, we finished the first half of 2024 on a high note," said Kunal Kapoor, Morningstar's chief executive officer. "We remain focused on durable growth in adjusted operating income. Our teams are delivering product enhancements to customers, including the addition of collateralized loan obligation data to PitchBook, and the integration of our Intelligence Engine into Advisor Workstation, which will allow advisors to further automate client workflows."

The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, today declared a quarterly dividend of 40.5 cents per share, consistent with the dividend paid in April. The dividend is payable July 31, 2024, to shareholders of record as of July 12, 2024. 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 solutions that serve a wide range of market participants, including individual and institutional investors in public and private c

The 2024 winner sits at the helm of JPMorgan Equity Income Fund, which earns a Morningstar Medalist Rating of Silver Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, today announced the winner of the 2024 U.S. Morningstar Awards for Investing Excellence "Outstanding Portfolio Manager." The award process recognizes portfolio managers who Morningstar believes demonstrate the industry's very best attributes, including investment skill and an alignment of interests with the strategies' investors. Morningstar announced three nominees for the Outstanding Portfolio Manager on May 1, 2024. In addition to Hart, they are the Loomis Sayles Global Allocation T

Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, posted solid first-quarter revenue growth, driven by strength across its business. "Morningstar celebrates its 40th anniversary next month," said Kunal Kapoor, Morningstar's chief executive officer. "We're proud of the difference we've made on behalf of investors, the long-term returns we have delivered for our shareholders, and the distinctive workplace we've built for our colleagues. With a strong start to 2024, we remain focused on our goal of generating durable, long-term growth." The Company's quarterly shareholder letter provides more context on its quarterly results and business and can be fou

The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, today declared a quarterly dividend of 40.5 cents per share, consistent with the dividend paid in January. The dividend is payable April 30, 2024, to shareholders of record as of April 5, 2024. 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, and i

Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, posted double-digit fourth-quarter revenue growth, with positive contributions from across the business. For the full year, the Company reported positive revenue growth, with particular strength in its license-based products. "We finished 2023 on a strong note, crossing $2 billion in revenue for the fiscal year and delivering meaningful increases in organic revenue, margins, and cash flow for the quarter," said Kunal Kapoor, Morningstar's chief executive officer. "During the year, we made important progress across a number of initiatives, with highlights including the substantial completion of the LCD

CHICAGO, Dec. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, today declared a quarterly dividend of 40.5 cents per share, an increase of 8 percent. The dividend is payable Jan. 31, 2024, to shareholders of record as of Jan. 5, 2024. The 3-cent increase from the prior quarterly rate of 37.5 cents per share results in an annualized dividend of $1.62 per share compared with the prior annualized rate of $1.50 per share. While subsequent dividends will be subject to board approval, the company expects to pay three additional dividends in 2024: Record Date   Payable Date April 5, 2024 April 30, 2024 July 12,

CHICAGO, Sept. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, today declared a quarterly dividend of 37.5 cents per share, consistent with the dividend paid in July. The dividend is payable Oct. 31, 2023 to shareholders of record as of Oct. 6, 2023. 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 p

CHICAGO, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, posted solid second-quarter revenue growth, driven by the performance of its license-based products. "Our license-based products continued to perform strongly, while transaction-based revenue was impacted by continued weakness in the issuance of commercial-mortgage-backed securities in the United States," said Kunal Kapoor, Morningstar's chief executive officer. "We're managing the business with a focus on returning to our historical peak margins. We are also delivering on the integration of LCD into PitchBook, and recently launched Direct Lens to broaden the capabil

CHICAGO, June 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, today declared a quarterly dividend of 37.5 cents per share, consistent with the dividend paid in April. The dividend is payable July 31, 2023 to shareholders of record as of July 7, 2023. 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 p

CHICAGO, April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, posted positive first-quarter revenue growth, driven by the performance of the license-based areas of the business. "Despite continued strength in our license-based product areas, soft credit issuance and market volatility proved challenging for our other product areas and had a significant impact on overall revenue growth and profitability," said Kunal Kapoor, Morningstar's chief executive officer. "We are managing the business cautiously during this period of economic uncertainty and have slowed our headcount growth significantly in 2023. That said, investments we

CHICAGO, March 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, today declared a quarterly dividend of 37.5 cents per share, consistent with the dividend paid in January. The dividend is payable April 28, 2023 to shareholders of record as of April 7, 2023. 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 p

CHICAGO, March 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, today announced the nominees for the 2023 Morningstar Awards for Investing Excellence. The awards recognize portfolio managers and asset management firms who demonstrate excellent investment skill and an alignment of interests with the strategies' investors. Morningstar selects nominees in two categories: Outstanding Portfolio Manager and Exemplary Stewardship. The nominees for the 2023 Morningstar Awards for Investing Excellence in the United States are: Outstanding Portfolio Manager: Scott Davis of Columbia Threadneedle, manager of Columbia Dividend Income (LBSAX)

CHICAGO, Feb. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, posted positive fourth-quarter revenue growth as continued momentum in the license-based areas of the business offset declines in asset-based and transaction-based areas. For the full year, the Company reported double-digit revenue growth, highlighting the diversity of the business and key contributions from license-based product areas. "Although market headwinds and interest-rate volatility proved challenging for certain product areas in the fourth quarter, our license-based products, particularly PitchBook, Morningstar Sustainalytics, Morningstar Direct, and Mornin

CHICAGO, Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, today declared a quarterly dividend of 37.5 cents per share, an increase of 4.2 percent. The dividend is payable Jan. 31, 2023, to shareholders of record as of Jan. 6, 2023. The 1.5 cent increase from the prior quarterly rate of 36 cents per share results in an annualized dividend of $1.50 per share compared with the prior annualized rate of $1.44 per share. While subsequent dividends will be subject to board approval, the company expects to pay three additional dividends in 2022: Record Date   Payable Date April 7, 2023 April 28, 2023 July 7

CHICAGO, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, posted solid third-quarter revenue growth, driven by continued momentum across the license-based areas of the business. "Growth in our license-based products remains a bright spot as investments in these areas are bearing fruit," said Kunal Kapoor, Morningstar's chief executive officer. "The broad decline in global markets and rising interest rates proved more challenging for our asset- and transaction-based product areas. We are being prudent and moderating hiring activity as we navigate the current environment." Third-Quarter 2022 Financial Highlights Revenue grew

CHICAGO, Oct. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, today declared a quarterly dividend of 36 cents per share. The dividend is payable Oct. 31, 2022, to shareholders of record as of Oct. 18, 2022. Please contact investors@morningstar.com with any questions. About Morningstar, Inc.Morningstar, Inc. is a leading provider of independent investment research 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, and institutional inve

CHICAGO, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, posted strong second-quarter revenue growth, highlighting continued momentum across the business. "Our organic growth remains strong despite market headwinds," said Kunal Kapoor, Morningstar's chief executive officer. "That success is the fruit of ongoing strategic investments that we are making in key business areas, including in compensation and benefits for our teams globally. While these investments have contributed to higher operating expenses in the near term, they position Morningstar for continued growth and the increased scale that we expect will drive long-

CHICAGO, May 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, today declared a quarterly dividend of 36 cents per share. The dividend is payable July 29, 2022 to shareholders of record as of July 1, 2022. About Morningstar, Inc. Morningstar, Inc. is a leading provider of independent investment research 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, and institutional investors in the debt and private capital markets. Morningstar pro

CHICAGO, April 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, posted strong first-quarter revenue growth, highlighting continued momentum across the business. "We're guiding investors through a time of heightened volatility, and pleased that our organic growth remains strong," said Kunal Kapoor, Morningstar's chief executive officer. "We're also increasing investments in compensation and benefits for our teams globally while supporting continued funding of strategic growth initiatives." First-Quarter 2022 Financial Highlights Revenue increased 16.3% to $457.0 million; organic revenue grew 18.1%.Operating income decreased 16.1%

CHICAGO, March 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, today declared a quarterly dividend of 36 cents per share. The dividend is payable April 29, 2022 to shareholders of record as of April 1, 2022. Please contact investors@morningstar.com with any questions. About Morningstar, Inc.Morningstar, Inc. is a leading provider of independent investment research 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, and institutional in

CHICAGO, Feb. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, posted strong fourth-quarter revenue and cash generation, capping a year of significant growth across the business. "A widening pool of investors is redefining the composition of a modern portfolio," said Kunal Kapoor, Morningstar's chief executive officer. "Our results demonstrate that we are rising to meet the opportunities created by this changing picture. The trends toward personalization, focus on ESG factors, and greater allocations to alternatives continue to gather momentum, making our mission of empowering investor success as relevant as ever." Fourth-Quarte

CHICAGO, Dec. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, today declared a quarterly dividend of 36 cents per share. The dividend is payable Jan. 31, 2022 to shareholders of record as of Jan. 7, 2022. The 14.3 percent increase from the prior quarterly rate of 31.5 cents per share results in an annualized dividend of $1.44 per share compared with the prior annualized rate of $1.26 per share. While subsequent dividends will be subject to board approval, the company expects to pay three additional dividends in 2022: Record Date   Payable Date April 1, 2022 April 29, 2022 July 1, 2022 July 29, 2022 Oct.

CHICAGO, Oct. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, delivered strong revenue growth and cash generation in the third quarter of 2021. "Our results reflect the myriad of opportunities we have seized to empower investor success," said Kunal Kapoor, Morningstar's chief executive officer. "From individuals and financial advisors to institutions, issuers, and asset owners, Morningstar is uniquely positioned to deliver personalized investment solutions, enriched by the depth and breadth of the data, research, and ratings we have across public and private markets. Our solutions provide investors of any type with the informat

CHICAGO, Oct. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, today declared a quarterly dividend of 31.5 cents per share. The dividend is payable Oct. 29, 2021 to shareholders of record as of Oct. 19, 2021. Caution Concerning Forward-Looking Statements  This press release contains forward-looking statements as that term is used in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on our current expectations about future events or future financial performance. Forward-looking statements by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain, and often co

CHICAGO, July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, delivered strong revenue growth, profitability, and cash generation in the second quarter of 2021. "Morningstar is meeting the moment," said Kunal Kapoor, Morningstar's chief executive officer. "We are empowering a growing number of investors globally with the tools they need to succeed. We are leading the way across the investing spectrum, whether it be in sustainable investing, funding retirement, or navigating the complexity of venture capital markets. As investors succeed, so, too, does Morningstar." Second-Quarter 2021 Financial Highlights Revenue increased 26.7

CHICAGO, May 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, today declared a quarterly dividend of 31.5 cents per share. The dividend is payable July 30, 2021 to shareholders of record as of July 9, 2021. About Morningstar, Inc.Morningstar, Inc. is a leading provider of independent investment research 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, and institutional investors in the debt and private capital markets. Morningstar pr

CHICAGO, April 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, today reported first-quarter 2021 financial results. "Broad-based growth reflects strength across our business," said Kunal Kapoor, Morningstar's chief executive officer. "Our license-based offerings keep resonating with both public and private market investors, DBRS Morningstar remains focused on cementing its position as the leading alternative to legacy rating agencies, and our ongoing expansion of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) solutions fulfills rising interest in sustainable investing. Recent ESG-related efforts include delivering the data and res

CHICAGO, Feb. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Morningstar, Inc. (Nasdaq: MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, today reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2020 financial results that demonstrated growth and resilience of the business in a challenging year. "We ended 2020 as a stronger firm," said Kunal Kapoor, Morningstar's chief executive officer. "We're delivering essential insights to help investors navigate the challenging backdrop of the ongoing pandemic. As investors continue emphasizing purpose and personalization in their portfolios, our leading ESG capability is particularly resonating with them. We're proud that the breadth of our data, research, and ratings across

CHICAGO, Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (Nasdaq: MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, today declared a quarterly dividend of 31.5 cents per share. The dividend is payable April 30, 2021 to shareholders of record as of April 9, 2021. About Morningstar, Inc. Morningstar, Inc. is a leading provider of independent investment research in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. The Company offers an extensive line of products and services for individual investors, financial advisors, asset managers, retirement plan providers and sponsors, and institutional investors in the debt and private capital markets. Morningstar provides

CHICAGO, Dec. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (Nasdaq: MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, today declared a quarterly dividend of 31.5 cents per share. The dividend is payable Jan. 29, 2021 to shareholders of record as of Jan. 4, 2021. The five percent increase from the prior quarterly rate of 30 cents per share results in an annualized dividend of $1.26 per share compared with the prior annualized rate of $1.20 per share. While subsequent dividends will be subject to board approval, the company expects to pay three additional dividends in 2021: Record Date   Payable Date April 9, 2021 April 30, 2021 July 9, 202