Morningstar, Inc. is a Chicago-based financial services firm founded in 1984 that provides independent investment research, data, and tools to individuals, financial advisors, and institutions globally. The company offers an extensive range of Internet, software, and print-based products and services covering mutual funds, stocks, debt securities, and private capital markets. Morningstar's core mission is to empower investors to make better decisions and reach their financial goals through its expertise in research, technology, and data analysis.