Moodys Corporation (MCO)vsNasdaq Inc (NDAQ)
MCO
Moodys Corporation
$515.67
-2.46%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $85.16B
NDAQ
Nasdaq Inc
$109.70
-2.54%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $59.38B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Moodys Corporation generates 41% more annual revenue ($8.18B vs $5.78B). NDAQ leads profitability with a 36.1% profit margin vs 35.3%. NDAQ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.65. NDAQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
MCO
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
NDAQ
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 88 in profit
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.3%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 50.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 31.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.8% revenue growth
Trading at 27.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 35.3% and operating margin at 46.3%.
Bull Case : NDAQ
The strongest argument for NDAQ centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.1% and operating margin at 50.6%. Revenue growth of 12.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MCO
The primary concerns for MCO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.29 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : NDAQ
The primary concerns for NDAQ are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCO profiles as a value stock while NDAQ is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
MCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
NDAQ is growing revenue faster at 12.6% — sustainability is the question.
MCO generates stronger free cash flow (668M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NDAQ scores higher overall (71/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 36.1% margins and 12.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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.
Nasdaq Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Nasdaq, Inc. is an American multinational financial services corporation that owns and operates stock exchanges in the United States and Europe. It is headquartered in New York City.
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