Moodys Corporation (MCO)vsToyota Motor Corporation ADR (TM)
MCO
Moodys Corporation
$451.32
-1.26%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $79.84B
TM
Toyota Motor Corporation ADR
$187.53
-0.78%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $230.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Toyota Motor Corporation ADR generates 640707% more annual revenue ($50.45T vs $7.87B). MCO leads profitability with a 31.7% profit margin vs 7.3%. TM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.54. MCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
MCO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
TM
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 592.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 26.3x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 16.0x book value
7.3% margin — thin
Earnings declined 42.3%
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 : TM
The strongest argument for TM centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : MCO
The primary concerns for MCO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : TM
The primary concerns for TM are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCO profiles as a mature stock while TM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
TM is growing revenue faster at 8.6% — sustainability is the question.
TM generates stronger free cash flow (592.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MCO scores higher overall (61/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 31.7% 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.
Toyota Motor Corporation ADR
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO MANUFACTURERS · USA
Toyota Motor Corporation designs, manufactures, assembles and sells passenger cars, minivans and commercial vehicles, and related parts and accessories. The company is headquartered in Toyota, Japan.
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