(MORN) Morningstar - Ratings and Ratios
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Description: MORN Morningstar
Morningstar Inc (NASDAQ:MORN) is a leading provider of independent investment insights and data analytics, operating globally across multiple segments, including data and analytics, wealth management, credit ratings, and retirement services. The companys diverse product portfolio includes managed investments, research platforms, and credit analytics solutions, catering to a wide range of clients, from financial advisors to institutional investors.
Key performance indicators (KPIs) that highlight MORNs financial health and operational efficiency include its revenue growth, operating margins, and return on equity (RoE). With a RoE of 24.68%, MORN demonstrates a strong ability to generate profits from shareholder equity. Additionally, the companys diversified revenue streams, including subscription-based services and asset-based fees, contribute to its financial stability. The companys PitchBook and Morningstar Sustainalytics segments have shown significant growth potential, driven by increasing demand for private market data and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) research.
MORNs competitive advantage lies in its comprehensive data and analytics capabilities, which enable clients to make informed investment decisions. The companys brand recognition, extensive research coverage, and high-quality data products have fostered strong relationships with clients and created a loyal customer base. Furthermore, MORNs commitment to independence and objectivity has earned it a reputation as a trusted provider of investment insights.
To evaluate MORNs future prospects, key metrics to monitor include revenue growth, operating margin expansion, and the companys ability to innovate and expand its product offerings. The increasing demand for ESG investing and alternative data is expected to drive growth in MORNs Sustainalytics and PitchBook segments. Additionally, the companys investments in digital transformation and data analytics are likely to enhance its operational efficiency and client value proposition.
MORN Stock Overview
| Market Cap in USD | 10,792m |
| Sub-Industry | Financial Exchanges & Data |
| IPO / Inception | 2005-05-03 |
MORN Stock Ratings
| Growth Rating | -8.24% |
| Fundamental | 84.2% |
| Dividend Rating | 50.9% |
| Return 12m vs S&P 500 | -31.0% |
| Analyst Rating | 4.0 of 5 |
MORN Dividends
| Dividend Yield 12m | 0.79% |
| Yield on Cost 5y | 1.44% |
| Annual Growth 5y | 1.35% |
| Payout Consistency | 95.9% |
| Payout Ratio | 19.5% |
MORN Growth Ratios
| Growth Correlation 3m | -91.7% |
| Growth Correlation 12m | -79.6% |
| Growth Correlation 5y | 56.8% |
| CAGR 5y | 5.32% |
| CAGR/Max DD 3y | 0.16 |
| CAGR/Mean DD 3y | 0.74 |
| Sharpe Ratio 12m | 0.06 |
| Alpha | -27.74 |
| Beta | 0.441 |
| Volatility | 32.26% |
| Current Volume | 833.1k |
| Average Volume 20d | 326.8k |
| Stop Loss | 249.4 (-3%) |
| Signal | 0.34 |
Piotroski VR‑10 (Strict, 0-10) 6.5
| Net Income (404.1m TTM) > 0 and > 6% of Revenue (6% = 140.8m TTM) |
| FCFTA 0.11 (>2.0%) and ΔFCFTA -0.71pp (YES ≥ +1.0pp, WARN ≥ +0.5pp) |
| NWC/Revenue 5.17% (prev 1.77%; Δ 3.40pp) (YES ≤20% & Δ≤-1pp; WARN ≤25% & Δ≤0 oder ≤40% & Δ≤-3pp) |
| CFO/TA 0.15 (>3.0%) and CFO 535.3m > Net Income 404.1m (YES >=105%, WARN >=100%) |
| Net Debt (530.5m) to EBITDA (732.7m) ratio: 0.72 <= 3.0 (WARN <= 3.5) |
| Current Ratio 1.13 (target 1.5–3.0; WARN 1.2–<1.5 or >3.0–5.0; CFO/TA gate active) |
| Outstanding Shares last Quarter (42.8m) change vs 12m ago -0.70% (target <= -2.0% for YES) |
| Gross Margin 60.94% (prev 54.34%; Δ 6.60pp) >=18% & Δ>=+0.5pp (WARN >=15% & Δ>=0) |
| Asset Turnover 66.74% (prev 63.83%; Δ 2.92pp) >=50% & Δ>=+2pp (WARN >=35% & Δ>=0) |
| Interest Coverage Ratio 12.20 (EBITDA TTM 732.7m / Interest Expense TTM 44.5m) >= 6 (WARN >= 3) |
Altman Z'' 4.12
| (A) 0.03 = (Total Current Assets 1.04b - Total Current Liabilities 921.0m) / Total Assets 3.63b |
| (B) 0.56 = Retained Earnings (Balance) 2.04b / Total Assets 3.63b |
| (C) 0.15 = EBIT TTM 542.8m / Avg Total Assets 3.52b |
| (D) 0.98 = Book Value of Equity 1.98b / Total Liabilities 2.02b |
| Total Rating: 4.12 = (6.56 * A) + (3.26 * B) + (6.72 * C) + (1.05 * D) |
ValueRay F-Score (Strict, 0-100) 84.20
| 1. Piotroski 6.50pt = 1.50 |
| 2. FCF Yield 3.50% = 1.75 |
| 3. FCF Margin 16.61% = 4.15 |
| 4. Debt/Equity 0.54 = 2.36 |
| 5. Debt/Ebitda 1.20 = 1.47 |
| 6. ROIC - WACC 10.48% = 12.50 |
| 7. RoE 25.22% = 2.10 |
| 8. Rev. Trend 98.25% = 4.91 |
| 9. Rev. CAGR 9.78% = 1.22 |
| 10. EPS Trend 89.40% = 2.23 |
| 11. EPS CAGR 0.0% = 0.0 |
What is the price of MORN shares?
Over the past week, the price has changed by -0.23%, over one month by -0.75%, over three months by -14.67% and over the past year by -18.44%.
Is Morningstar a good stock to buy?
Based on momentum, paid dividends and discounted-cash-flow analyses, the fair value of MORN is around 216.17 USD . This means that MORN is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -15.93%.
Is MORN a buy, sell or hold?
- Strong Buy: 1
- Buy: 1
- Hold: 1
- Sell: 0
- Strong Sell: 0
What are the forecasts/targets for the MORN price?
| Issuer | Target | Up/Down from current |
|---|---|---|
| Wallstreet Target Price | 333.3 | 29.6% |
| Analysts Target Price | 333.3 | 29.6% |
| ValueRay Target Price | 238.1 | -7.4% |
Last update: 2025-09-05 04:52
MORN Fundamental Data Overview
CCE Cash And Equivalents = 541.6m USD (Cash And Short Term Investments, last quarter)
P/E Trailing = 27.1913
P/E Forward = 22.3714
P/S = 4.5974
P/B = 6.6795
Beta = 0.961
Revenue TTM = 2.35b USD
EBIT TTM = 542.8m USD
EBITDA TTM = 732.7m USD
Long Term Debt = 838.8m USD (from longTermDebt, last quarter)
Short Term Debt = 39.3m USD (from shortTermDebt, last quarter)
Debt = 878.1m USD (Calculated: Short Term 39.3m + Long Term 838.8m)
Net Debt = 530.5m USD (from netDebt column, last quarter)
Enterprise Value = 11.13b USD (10.79b + Debt 878.1m - CCE 541.6m)
Interest Coverage Ratio = 12.20 (Ebit TTM 542.8m / Interest Expense TTM 44.5m)
FCF Yield = 3.50% (FCF TTM 389.8m / Enterprise Value 11.13b)
FCF Margin = 16.61% (FCF TTM 389.8m / Revenue TTM 2.35b)
Net Margin = 17.21% (Net Income TTM 404.1m / Revenue TTM 2.35b)
Gross Margin = 60.94% ((Revenue TTM 2.35b - Cost of Revenue TTM 916.9m) / Revenue TTM)
Tobins Q-Ratio = 5.63 (Enterprise Value 11.13b / Book Value Of Equity 1.98b)
Interest Expense / Debt = 1.46% (Interest Expense 12.8m / Debt 878.1m)
Taxrate = 21.95% (104.0m / 473.9m)
NOPAT = 423.7m (EBIT 542.8m * (1 - 21.95%))
Current Ratio = 1.13 (Total Current Assets 1.04b / Total Current Liabilities 921.0m)
Debt / Equity = 0.54 (Debt 878.1m / last Quarter total Stockholder Equity 1.61b)
Debt / EBITDA = 1.20 (Net Debt 530.5m / EBITDA 732.7m)
Debt / FCF = 2.25 (Debt 878.1m / FCF TTM 389.8m)
Total Stockholder Equity = 1.60b (last 4 quarters mean)
RoA = 11.13% (Net Income 404.1m, Total Assets 3.63b )
RoE = 25.22% (Net Income TTM 404.1m / Total Stockholder Equity 1.60b)
RoCE = 22.24% (Ebit 542.8m / (Equity 1.60b + L.T.Debt 838.8m))
RoIC = 17.63% (NOPAT 423.7m / Invested Capital 2.40b)
WACC = 7.15% (E(10.79b)/V(11.67b) * Re(7.64%)) + (D(878.1m)/V(11.67b) * Rd(1.46%) * (1-Tc(0.22)))
Shares Correlation 3-Years: 64.65 | Cagr: 0.02%
Discount Rate = 7.64% (= CAPM, Blume Beta Adj.) -> floored to rf + ERP 8.05%
[DCF Debug] Terminal Value 79.33% ; FCFE base≈389.7m ; Y1≈419.6m ; Y5≈516.3m
Fair Price DCF = 213.7 (DCF Value 9.01b / Shares Outstanding 42.2m; 5y FCF grow 8.65% → 3.0% )
Revenue Correlation: 98.25 | Revenue CAGR: 9.78%
Rev Growth-of-Growth: -3.47
EPS Correlation: 89.40 | EPS CAGR: 0.0%
EPS Growth-of-Growth: -117.1
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