Moodys Corporation (MCO)vsNasdaq Inc (NDAQ)
MCO
Moodys Corporation
$473.01
-2.27%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $83.76B
NDAQ
Nasdaq Inc
$94.56
+0.15%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $52.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Moodys Corporation generates 45% more annual revenue ($8.16B vs $5.61B). NDAQ leads profitability with a 35.0% profit margin vs 34.3%. NDAQ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.78. MCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
MCO
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
NDAQ
Strong Buy67
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
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 49.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 27.1x book value
Elevated debt levels
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 34.3% and operating margin at 49.5%. Revenue growth of 15.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NDAQ
The strongest argument for NDAQ centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.0% and operating margin at 49.3%. Revenue growth of 14.9% 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 : NDAQ
The primary concerns for NDAQ are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCO profiles as a growth stock while NDAQ 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.
MCO generates stronger free cash flow (684M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MCO scores higher overall (69/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 34.3% margins and 15.1% 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.
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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