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Moody's Corporation (MCO) Stock

Moody's Corporation Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Moody's Corporation (MCO), a prominent company in the financial services sector within the financial data & stock exchanges industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $477.87. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $377.30 and $528.95. This places the current price at 90.3% of its 52-week high and 26.7% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 19,098. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US6153691059.

52-Week Range

$528.95 - $377.30

-9.66% from high · +26.66% from low

Avg Daily Volume

19,098

Latest volume

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

40.47

Above market average

Forward P/E

30.86

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

2.03

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

21.65

EV/EBITDA

25.24

EPS (TTM)

$11.88

Price to Sales

11.80

Beta

1.42

Similar volatility to market

How is MCO valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Moody's Corporation trades at a P/E ratio of 40.47, which is above the market average of approximately 20. This premium valuation suggests investors expect above-average growth or the company has competitive advantages justifying the higher multiple. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 30.86 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 2.03 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is MCO's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.42, Moody's Corporation is roughly as volatile as the market, moving in line with broad market trends. This moderate beta suggests the stock offers market-level returns without excessive volatility. The price-to-book ratio of 21.65 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

29.20%

Operating Margin

44.70%

EBITDA

$3.38B

Return on Equity

53.00%

Return on Assets

12.80%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

4.50%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

6.30%

How profitable and efficient is MCO's business model?
Moody's Corporation achieves a profit margin of 29.20%, meaning it retains $29.20 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This is an impressive margin, indicating strong pricing power and efficient cost management that allows the company to generate substantial profits. The operating margin of 44.70% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 53.00% and ROA at 12.80%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are MCO's recent growth trends?
Moody's Corporation's revenue grew by 4.50% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings increased by 6.30% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$3.58

Dividend Yield

0.75%

Ex-Dividend Date

Aug 15, 2025

Dividend Date

Sep 5, 2025

What dividend income can investors expect from MCO?
Moody's Corporation offers a dividend yield of 0.75%, paying $3.58 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of Aug 15, 2025.
How reliable is MCO's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Moody's Corporation pays $3.58 per share in dividends against earnings of $11.88 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 30.13%. This balanced payout between 30-60% suggests a sustainable dividend policy that allows both shareholder returns and business reinvestment. The dividend appears well-covered by earnings. The next dividend payment is scheduled for Sep 5, 2025.

Company Size & Market

Market Cap

$86.2B

Revenue (TTM)

$7.31B

Revenue/Share (TTM)

$40.48

Shares Outstanding

179.36M

Book Value/Share

$22.02

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is MCO's market capitalization and position?
Moody's Corporation has a market capitalization of $86.2B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 179.36M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does MCO's price compare to its book value?
Moody's Corporation's book value per share is $22.02, while the current stock price is $477.87, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 21.70. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$545.50

14.15% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

3

Buy

9

Hold

10

Sell

0

Strong Sell

1

How reliable are analyst predictions for MCO?
23 analysts cover MCO with 52% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $545.50 implies 14.2% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on MCO?
Current analyst recommendations:3 Strong Buy, 9 Buy, 10 Hold, 01 Strong Sell. The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Oct 1, 2025, 02:47 AM

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