About
The Morningstar Data Visualization system provides a robust and detailed framework for communicating one of the most essential aspects of Morningstar’s brand: data. We believe great data visualization makes clear what matters, cutting through the noise to tell a meaningful story.
Our Approach
Our pioneering approach to simplifying and presenting complex data reflects our commitment to the success of every investor. Proprietary charts, like the Morningstar Style Box, transform our unique insights into essential decision-making tools. Common charts elevate basic chart types, like bars and donuts, into visually compelling graphics that tell an accessible data story.
Using This Section
Morningstar Charts
The Morningstar Charts library gives product teams fully composed, on-brand charts, reducing the complexity of building from scratch. Rather than assembling individual elements piece by piece, teams can integrate complete, production-ready charts directly into their products, reducing time spent on implementation details.
Every chart is built on Morningstar Design foundations, so consistency is maintained across products without extra effort. Explore the library by navigating to Common Charts.
Elements
For teams that need more flexibility and control, individual elements are available to build charts from the ground up. The Morningstar Charts library is the recommended starting point, as it covers the most common chart needs and gets teams to a consistent, polished result faster.
Chart Lab
Editors, researchers, and anyone else at Morningstar can use Chart Lab. This web-based tool creates tables and charts using a guided three-step process, no coding skills required. Users can also share exhibits online or in print, create templates for repeatable exhibits, automate exhibit creation using Analytics Lab via the Playfair API. Charts created using Chart Lab are built on Morningstar design principles and hosted in the Morningstar cloud.
