Moodys Corporation (MCO)vsValue Line Inc (VALU)
MCO
Moodys Corporation
$451.35
+1.36%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $79.23B
VALU
Value Line Inc
$32.49
-0.03%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $319.73M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Moodys Corporation generates 23176% more annual revenue ($7.87B vs $33.83M). VALU leads profitability with a 65.0% profit margin vs 31.7%. VALU trades at a lower P/E of 14.6x. MCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
MCO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
VALU
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 83 in profit
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.7%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 65 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 20 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 26.3x book value
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 7.7%
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 : VALU
The strongest argument for VALU centers on Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 65.0% and operating margin at 12.1%.
Bear Case : MCO
The primary concerns for MCO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.44 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : VALU
The primary concerns for VALU are Market Cap, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCO profiles as a mature stock while VALU is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
MCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
MCO is growing revenue faster at 8.1% — sustainability is the question.
MCO generates stronger free cash flow (844M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MCO scores higher overall (61/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 31.7% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Value Line Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Value Line, Inc. produces and sells investment periodicals and related publications primarily in the United States. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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