Morningstar Quantitative Ratings for Stocks are generated using an algorithm that compares companies that are not under analyst coverage to peer companies that do receive analyst-driven ratings.

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401(k) contributions increase in 2025 and 2026, aiding longer-term savings growth. Qualified distributions from a 401(k) start at age 59 1/2 or separation after age 55. Early 401(k) withdrawals incur ...