Fox Corp Class A (FOXA)vsMoodys Corporation (MCO)
FOXA
Fox Corp Class A
$62.94
+0.40%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $26.67B
MCO
Moodys Corporation
$451.32
-1.26%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $79.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fox Corp Class A generates 111% more annual revenue ($16.58B vs $7.87B). MCO leads profitability with a 31.7% profit margin vs 11.4%. MCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.04. MCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
FOXA
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
MCO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+31.9%
Fair Value
$89.80
Current Price
$62.94
$26.86 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MCO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 71 in profit
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.7%
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
2.0% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 35.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 26.3x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FOXA
The strongest argument for FOXA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : MCO
The strongest argument for MCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.7% and operating margin at 45.7%.
Bear Case : FOXA
The primary concerns for FOXA are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MCO
The primary concerns for MCO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FOXA profiles as a value stock while MCO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
MCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
MCO is growing revenue faster at 8.1% — sustainability is the question.
MCO generates stronger free cash flow (844M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MCO scores higher overall (61/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 31.7% margins. FOXA offers better value entry with a 31.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Fox Corp Class A
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Fox Corporation is an American mass media company headquartered in New York City.
Visit Website →Moodys Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Moody's Corporation, often referred to as Moody's, is an American business and financial services company. It is the holding company for Moody's Investors Service (MIS), an American credit rating agency, and Moody's Analytics (MA), an American provider of financial analysis software and services.
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