Moodys Corporation (MCO)vsTransUnion (TRU)
MCO
Moodys Corporation
$474.95
+1.62%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $82.25B
TRU
TransUnion
$77.70
+0.97%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $14.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Moodys Corporation generates 67% more annual revenue ($8.16B vs $4.90B). MCO leads profitability with a 34.3% profit margin vs 15.1%. TRU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.08. TRU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
MCO
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
TRU
Strong Buy72
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
Earnings expanding 32.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 27.2x book value
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 : TRU
The strongest argument for TRU centers on EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.1% and operating margin at 19.7%. 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 : TRU
The primary concerns for TRU are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCO profiles as a growth stock while TRU is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
TRU carries more volatility with a beta of 1.54 — 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
TRU scores higher overall (72/100 vs 71/100), backed by strong 15.1% margins and 14.9% 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.
TransUnion
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
TransUnion offers risk and information solutions. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
Visit Website →Compare with Other FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES Stocks
Want to dig deeper into these stocks?