
Have you ever wondered what Morningstar’s manager research analysts are up to when they aren’t rating funds? On Beyond the Stars, host Shannon Kirwin sits down with members of Morningstar's European manager research team to discuss their latest research and insights into the fund industry. Tune in to hear what's on analysts' minds and how our research can help investors make smart investment decis... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 18 | Founded | 3 months ago |
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Eugene Gorbatikov explains why persistent outperformance is elusive for actively-managed funds, and when strategies have the best chances to hang on to a winning streak.
Check out the full paper here: Persistence in European Mutual Fund Performance... more
Read the paper: AI in Active Fund Management: The State of Adoption in 2026
Mathieu Caquineau and Monika Calay explain how fund managers are already incorporating AI tools into their investment processes and where the industry’s AI adopters are li... more
The UK voted to leave the European Union ten years ago. What have the consequences of that decision been for the nation’s equity market? Henry Ince and Michael Born have dug into the data and are here to share their insights into how the Brexit refer... more
Read the paper here: Opportunities in Artificial Intelligence
There's no denying that AI is fundamentally reshaping both the global economy and our daily lives. But should you reshape your portfolio to include a dedicated AI fund? Michael Field and ... more
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A research-forward show that examines fund markets, investment strategies, and industry developments through Morningstar's European manager research lens. Episodes frequently dissect Brexit's impact on UK equities, AI exposure in portfolios, semi-liquid and private markets, multi-asset trends, and the evolving world of active vs. passive management. Guests are typically senior Morningstar researchers and fund analysts who translate complex research into practical guidance for advisors, institutions, and serious individual investors. The program often features detailed framework-based discussions—such as concentration risk, fee dynamics, and fund-rating pillars—along with timely case studies like ELTIFs, LTAFs, and crypto exposure. A notable... more
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