

The Morning Filter
Morningstar
Every Monday, Susan Dziubinski sits down with Morningstar Chief U.S. markets strategist Dave Sekera to discuss one thing that’s on his radar this week, one new piece of Morningstar research, and a few stock picks or pans for the week ahead.
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Sep 8, 2025 • 54min
5 Stocks to Buy Before the Fed Cuts Interest Rates
Explore the shifting economic landscape as hosts dive into the impact of potential Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. Discover five stocks positioned to thrive, including noteworthy mentions like Realty Income and ExxonMobil. They analyze Nvidia's rising fair value and question whether Marvell’s stock presents a buying opportunity despite recent turbulence. With discussions on inflation, tariffs, and evolving job market dynamics, listeners gain insights into strategic investment opportunities and market forecasts.

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Aug 25, 2025 • 39min
5 Stocks to Buy Before Their Big Discounts Disappear
This podcast dives into the implications of recent remarks by the Federal Reserve Chair regarding economic growth and inflation. It explores the impact of a new tariff on EU exports and upcoming economic indicators. The hosts analyze major stocks like NVIDIA and Intel, as well as various small-cap opportunities that may offer substantial returns. They also discuss the speculative appeal of lithium stock Albemarle in light of the electric vehicle boom. Stay tuned for insightful tips on investments before discounts disappear!

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Aug 18, 2025 • 39min
The Biggest Risk Investors Face Today
Christine Benz, Morningstar’s director of personal finance, offers invaluable investment wisdom. She discusses the importance of portfolio diversification and avoiding overconfidence in today’s volatile market. Benz highlights the significance of core investments, such as mutual funds and ETFs, for retirees. She emphasizes the need for annual portfolio reviews and warns against common mistakes investors make during bull markets. Tune in to gain insights on building a smarter investment strategy and setting yourself up for a stable financial future.

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Aug 11, 2025 • 44min
5 Stocks to Buy Before They Become Expensive
This discussion delves into whether U.S. stocks are overvalued and the attractiveness of growth versus value stocks. Highlights include the impact of tariffs on key industries, notable insights from earnings reports of companies like Palantir and Eli Lilly, and the identification of undervalued stocks across sectors. The conversation also emphasizes market reactions to inflation metrics and presents specific stock recommendations, including a look at economic uncertainties and strategic investment opportunities.

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Aug 4, 2025 • 44min
5 Cheap Stocks to Buy in August
Trade agreements and their impact are front and center as hosts explore recent negotiations with the EU, Canada, and Mexico. The disappointing July jobs report raises questions about the labor market's health. They dive into key earnings from tech giants like Meta and Apple, revealing robust performances. Insights on chemical and consumer defensive stocks highlight potential investment opportunities amid market fluctuations. Lastly, patience is emphasized as they discuss promising tech investments and the challenges faced by Boeing and UPS.

44 snips
Jul 28, 2025 • 38min
3 Stocks to Buy and 3 Stocks to Sell After Earnings
This week covers key economic events shaping the market, including the upcoming tariff deadline and Federal Reserve meetings. Insights into earnings from tech giants and chemical producers reveal exciting investment opportunities. The hosts discuss Tesla's guidance and dive into the telecom sector's performance, particularly T-Mobile's growth. They also explore stockholder shares in acquisitions and evaluate overvalued stocks, providing actionable recommendations on what to buy and sell after earnings.

39 snips
Jul 21, 2025 • 39min
3 Stocks to Buy That Are Beating the Market
Dive into the latest inflation trends and their potential impact on the Federal Reserve's decisions. Discover insights on Tesla’s earnings amid delivery declines and Alphabet's ambitious AI initiatives. The conversation explores bank earnings and their sway on stock values, focusing on major players like JP Morgan and Citibank. Look at stock opportunities, including an intriguing potential breakup at Kraft Heinz and three undervalued stock picks that are outperforming the market. Tune in for essential investment insights!

33 snips
Jul 14, 2025 • 47min
5 Stocks to Buy Before Wall Street Catches On
Explore the intriguing world of stock investments as the hosts analyze the implications of tariffs on the market. They dive into upcoming earnings from major players like Johnson & Johnson and Constellation Brands. Delve into the contrasting fortunes of growth versus value stocks, and discover overlooked opportunities in the current market. Plus, they reveal standout picks for Q3 2025, including impressive dividend yielders and essential market insights to help navigate today's economic landscape.

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Jul 7, 2025 • 33min
3 Core Stocks Every Investor Should Own
Hosts dive into strategies for discovering new investment ideas and effective portfolio management. They discuss the intricate methods for stock selection, balancing artistic intuition with scientific analysis. The growing importance of cybersecurity in investments is highlighted, along with the significance of core stocks for a diversified approach. Challenges of investing amid geopolitical uncertainty are tackled, including insights into AI and key companies poised for success, like NVIDIA and Microsoft.

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Jun 30, 2025 • 36min
6 Stocks to Buy in July for the Long Term
This discussion dives into key economic indicators to keep an eye on as the trading week unfolds. The hosts debate whether FedEx and Carnival are worth the investment after their earnings reports. There's intriguing chatter about obesity drugs from industry giants Novo Nordisk and Amgen. They also share perspectives on the stock outlook for BlackRock and evaluate long-term investment lessons from 2025. Finally, a roundup of eclectic stock picks rounds out their insights heading into the third quarter.