Moodys Corporation (MCO)vsS&P Global Inc (SPGI)
MCO
Moodys Corporation
$515.67
-2.46%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $85.16B
SPGI
S&P Global Inc
$473.99
-1.93%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $135.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
S&P Global Inc generates 99% more annual revenue ($16.29B vs $8.18B). MCO leads profitability with a 35.3% profit margin vs 30.6%. MCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.79. MCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
MCO
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
SPGI
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
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 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.2%
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
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
Grey zone — moderate 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 : SPGI
The strongest argument for SPGI centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.6% and operating margin at 48.2%.
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 : SPGI
The primary concerns for SPGI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCO profiles as a value stock while SPGI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
MCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
SPGI is growing revenue faster at 6.8% — sustainability is the question.
SPGI generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MCO scores higher overall (63/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 35.3% margins. 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.
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.
S&P Global Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
S&P Global Inc. is an American publicly traded corporation headquartered in Manhattan, New York City. Its primary areas of business are financial information and analytics.
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