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The Market Is All in on the Magnificent Seven. Where Should Investors Look Next?

Is your portfolio making a big bet on the Magnificent Seven? Mega-cap names like Nvidia, Alphabet, and Apple belong to the exclusive club that has largely driven US returns higher in recent years. Their success has led to market concentration. Portfolios tracking broad benchmarks ... Show more

. 9min 20sec

9 Top ETFs for Income Investors That Stood Out in 2025

This week, we’re looking back at three discussions we held earlier this year on Investing Insights about exchange-traded funds that income investors might find attractive. Morningstar ETF specialists, Bryan Armour and Dan Sotiroff, talked about dividend, bond, and covered-call ET ... Show more

. 23min 3sec

Where to Invest in 2026 After This Year’s Market Volatility

Market volatility has left its imprint in 2025. Turbulence from tariffs, tech, and more have shaken investors’ confidence at times. Many folks looked for safety during those down periods. Yet, the US stock market overall has delivered a strong performance. So, who are the leaders ... Show more

. 13min 40sec

Why Betting Against Nvidia in the AI Arms Race Could Be a Mistake

A shift in mindset can help investors cope with market uncertainty.2025 was a case study in the futility of trying to predict the market. Wall Street had lofty expectations for stocks entering the year. Then the tariff shock in April rattled the markets and many firms lowered the ... Show more

. 29min 29sec

Here’s What Your Retirement Spending Rate Should Be in 2026

Most retirees want to spend as much as they can without having to worry about running out of money. Morningstar’s State of Retirement Income research analyzes retirement spending strategies to determine the highest safe starting withdrawal rate for new retirees in 2026. Christine ... Show more

. 22min 30sec