Morningstar reported a strong fourth quarter and full year for 2020, marked by revenue growth, strategic acquisitions like Sustainalytics, and increased profitability. The company's focus on ESG and expansion in data and analytics contributed to its success.
Revenue for the fourth quarter of 2020 increased 14.4% to $380.4 million.
Organic revenue grew by 7.9% compared with the prior-year period.
Net income in the fourth quarter of 2020 was $75.3 million, or $1.74 per diluted share.
Adjusted diluted net income per share increased 67.0% to $1.57, compared with $0.94 in the prior-year period.
The company did not provide specific forward guidance in this earnings report.
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