Baron Funds reported a 4.29% decline in its Baron FinTech Fund in the third quarter of 2025, compared to a 1.90% drop in the FactSet Global FinTech Index. The fund has shown an annualized appreciation rate of 11.10% since inception, outperforming the benchmark. The market strength was driven by Fed rate cuts and AI optimism.

Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN) saw a one-month return of -2.86% and a 36.61% loss in the last 52 weeks, closing at $211.95 per share on November 15, 2025. The company, a leading investment research provider, has a market capitalization of $8.801 billion. Baron FinTech Fund highlighted Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN) in its investor letter.

Baron FinTech Fund expressed confidence in Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN) despite recent declines, citing its valuable investment data and revenue growth potential. The company’s private markets platform, PitchBook, saw a 10% revenue increase in the recent quarter. Baron Funds expects faster revenue growth and margin expansion over time from Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN).

Morningstar, Inc. (NASDAQ:MORN) is not among the 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds, despite being held in 44 hedge fund portfolios at the end of the second quarter. While acknowledging its investment potential, some AI stocks are seen as offering greater upside with less downside risk. Investors are encouraged to explore undervalued AI stocks for potential growth opportunities.

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