Morningstar Canada says that DundeeWealth Management has selected Morningstar, Inc. as a third-party provider of equity research and ratings for its financial advisors.

Approximately 550 DundeeWealth advisors will have access to Morningstar equity research on approximately 2,000 stocks across 130 industries worldwide.

Morningstar’s independent equity research provides advisors with global coverage of stocks by more than 100 Morningstar analysts and insightful reports that include an investment thesis, competitive overview, Fair Value Estimates underpinned by rigorous valuation models, risk level assessment, and access to the Morningstar Rating for stocks, automatically updated every trading day.

“Morningstar satisfies the demands of advisors with equity research that delivers an independent perspective, consistent methodology, and brand-name recognition,” stated Scott Mackenzie, president and CEO of Morningstar Canada. “Our approach delivers in-depth perspectives to advisors and investors who know Morningstar as a leading independent source for objective investment information. Our analysts speak candidly about the companies they cover and provide analysis based on sound principles.”

“DundeeWealth Management is committed to providing our advisors with access to leading independent research,” said Dan Brintnell, executive vp and co-head, retail division for DundeeWealth.