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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 decisions.
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Signup to Generate a PitchBeyond the Stars is a business podcast hosted by Morningstar, with 21 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.
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Mara Dobrescu and Paul Olmsted take listeners into the world of catastrophe bonds, which pay investors to shoulder the financial risks of earthquakes and hurricanes. Cat bond funds promise attractive yields and diversification. But how feasible is investing in this asset class—and how well do we understand the risks? Read the full paper here: Catastrophe Bond Fund Landscape | Morningstar
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Michael Born has mapped the global landscape of faith-based funds—covering Christian, Catholic, and Shariah approaches. He stopped by the studio to discuss how doctrinal frameworks shape portfolios, influence costs and performance, and drive investor behavior. Download the paper here: Faith-Based Investing
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Does opting for an ESG strategy over a conventional one mean sacrificing dividend yield? Ronald van Genderen and Henry Ince examined whether equity income funds pay a price for incorporating environmental, social and governance factors into their investment processes. The answer might surprise you! Check out the paper here: When Income Meets ESG | Morningstar
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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
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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 likely headed next.
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