Moodys Corporation (MCO)vsMitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR (MUFG)
MCO
Moodys Corporation
$483.96
+0.06%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $83.76B
MUFG
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR
$21.83
+2.70%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $253.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR generates 82149% more annual revenue ($6.71T vs $8.16B). MCO leads profitability with a 34.3% profit margin vs 25.8%. MUFG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.99. MUFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
MCO
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
MUFG
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 92 in profit
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 49.5%
Earnings expanding 56.7% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 116.9%
Generating 8.1T in free cash flow
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 27.7x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MCO
The strongest argument for MCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.3% and operating margin at 49.5%. Revenue growth of 15.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MUFG
The strongest argument for MUFG centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.8% and operating margin at 116.9%. Revenue growth of 11.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MCO
The primary concerns for MCO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.49 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MUFG
The primary concerns for MUFG are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.52 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCO profiles as a growth stock while MUFG is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
MCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
MCO is growing revenue faster at 15.1% — sustainability is the question.
MUFG generates stronger free cash flow (8.1T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MUFG scores higher overall (71/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 25.8% margins and 11.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
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.
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc., a banking holding company, offers financial services in Japan, the United States, and Asia / Oceania. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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