Moodys Corporation (MCO)vsNatera Inc (NTRA)
MCO
Moodys Corporation
$451.32
-1.26%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $79.84B
NTRA
Natera Inc
$194.24
-11.64%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $30.71B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Moodys Corporation generates 241% more annual revenue ($7.87B vs $2.31B). MCO leads profitability with a 31.7% profit margin vs -9.0%. MCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
MCO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
NTRA
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Revenue surging 39.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 26.3x book value
Trading at 15.8x book value
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of -14.3% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
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 31.7% and operating margin at 45.7%.
Bull Case : NTRA
The strongest argument for NTRA centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 39.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MCO
The primary concerns for MCO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : NTRA
The primary concerns for NTRA are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCO profiles as a mature stock while NTRA is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NTRA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.57 — expect wider price swings.
NTRA is growing revenue faster at 39.8% — sustainability is the question.
MCO generates stronger free cash flow (844M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MCO scores higher overall (61/100 vs 31/100), backed by strong 31.7% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
Natera Inc
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Natera, Inc., a diagnostic company, develops and markets molecular testing services globally. The company is headquartered in San Carlos, California.
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