Gold may offer some insurance against a market meltdown, but there is a cost to own it.

Thematic ETFs often come with a good story attached but that doesn't mean they're sound investments, says Morningstar analyst Alex Bryan. 

Over the long term, valuations should still be predictive of returns.

Helping you navigate the diverse and expanding landscape of passive sustainable funds.

Sustainable investing isn't just about values, it's about managing risks that affect all investors.

Active management is tougher in some categories than others.

A closer look at the merits of common arguments against index investing.

Morningstar's diretor of passive strategies Alex Bryan discusses some possible consequences. 

A study conducted using Morningstar's Active/Passive Barometer highlights the danger of trying to time exposure between active and passive funds.