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Moody's, along with S&P Ratings, is a leading provider of credit ratings on fixed-income securities. The ratings segment, Moody's Investors Service, includes corporates, structured finance, financial institutions, and public finance ratings. MIS represents a majority of the firm's profit and about half of the firm's revenue. The other segment, Moody's Analytics, consists of decision solutions, research and insights, and data and information.

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Moodys (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCO#NYSE">MCO</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 5.11% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 16.24%. Currently, Moodys has a market capitalization of $87.45 billion. 
Buying $1000 In MCO: If an investor had bought $1000 of MCO stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $4,507.36 today based on a price of $486.00 for MCO at the time of writing.
<h3>Moodys's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1749652216_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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$1000 Invested In This Stock 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Oppenheimer analyst Owen Lau maintains Moodys (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCO#NYSE">MCO</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $489 to $523.

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Oppenheimer Maintains Outperform on Moodys, Raises Price Target to $523

In the current session, the stock is trading at $485.87, after a 0.79% increase. Over the past month, Moodys Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCO#NYSE">MCO</a>) stock increased by 3.85%, and in the past year, by 19.43%. With performance like this, long-term shareholders are optimistic but others are more likely to look into the price-to-earnings ratio to see if the stock might be overvalued.

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1749049218_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Moodys P/E Compared to Competitors</h3>
The P/E ratio is used by long-term shareholders to assess the company's market performance against aggregate market data, historical earnings, and the industry at large. A lower P/E could indicate that shareholders do not expect the stock to perform better in the future or it could mean that the company is undervalued. 
Moodys has a better P/E ratio of 41.67 than the aggregate P/E ratio of 30.88 of the Capital Markets industry. Ideally, one might believe that Moodys Inc. might perform better in the future than it's industry group, but it's probable that the stock is overvalued. 

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In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

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RBC Capital analyst Ashish Sabadra reiterates Moodys (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCO#NYSE">MCO</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $550 price target.

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RBC Capital Reiterates Outperform on Moodys, Maintains $550 Price Target

Moodys (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCO#NYSE">MCO</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 4.42% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 12.7%. Currently, Moodys has a market capitalization of $86.27 billion. 
Buying $100 In MCO: If an investor had bought $100 of MCO stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $1,099.08 today based on a price of $479.42 for MCO at the time of writing.
<h3>Moodys's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1748635812_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning Moodys Stock In The Last 20 Years

Analysts' ratings for Moodys (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCO#NYSE">MCO</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 8 analysts.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $511.25, with a high estimate of $572.00 and a low estimate of $456.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 8.19%. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1748368826_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Moodys. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
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<td>Ashish Sabadra</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$550.00</td>
<td>$550.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Shlomo Rosenbaum</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$468.00</td>
<td>$533.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeffrey Silber</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$456.00</td>
<td>$475.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeffrey Meuler</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$525.00</td>
<td>$575.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Haas</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$572.00</td>
<td>$610.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Steinerman</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$495.00</td>
<td>$585.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Manav Patnaik</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$520.00</td>
<td>$570.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sean Kennedy</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$504.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Moodys. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Moodys compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Moodys's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Capture valuable insights into Moodys's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MCO/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Moodys analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Moodys</h2>
Moody's, along with S&amp;P Ratings, is a leading provider of credit ratings on fixed-income securities. The ratings segment, Moody's Investors Service, includes corporates, structured finance, financial institutions, and public finance ratings. MIS represents a majority of the firm's profit and about half of the firm's revenue. The other segment, Moody's Analytics, consists of decision solutions, research and insights, and data and information.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Moodys's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Moodys's remarkable performance in 3M is evident. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 7.73%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: Moodys's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 32.48%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Moodys's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 17.21%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Moodys's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 4.08%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Moodys's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 1.93, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Forecasting The Future: 8 Analyst Projections For Moodys

Moodys's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCO#NYSE">MCO</a>) short percent of float has fallen 3.92% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 3.04 million shares sold short, which is 1.96% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.44 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Moodys Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747936828_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Moodys has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Moodys's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Moodys's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.79%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Is the Market Bullish or Bearish on Moodys?

Moodys (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCO#NYSE">MCO</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 11.23% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 23.26%. Currently, Moodys has a market capitalization of $88.02 billion. 
Buying $100 In MCO: If an investor had bought $100 of MCO stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $2,312.86 today based on a price of $489.17 for MCO at the time of writing.
<h3>Moodys's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747669511_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Here's How Much $100 Invested In Moodys 15 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

Moodys (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCO#NYSE">MCO</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 11.25% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 23.26%. Currently, Moodys has a market capitalization of $87.69 billion. 
Buying $1000 In MCO: If an investor had bought $1000 of MCO stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $22,132.15 today based on a price of $487.35 for MCO at the time of writing.
<h3>Moodys's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747412114_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Over multiple decades, legendary investor Warren Buffett has helped produce incredible returns for conglomerate Berkshire Hathaway Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>) (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>), often times <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/education/25/01/42832123/warren-buffett-beats-sp-500-in-2024-how-oracle-of-omahas-returns-compare-over-past-20-years">outperforming the S&amp;P 500.</a>
With news that Buffett <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45184410/warren-buffett-to-step-down-as-berkshire-hathaway-ceo-by-end-of-year-asks-board-to-confirm-greg-abel-as-successor">is stepping down</a> as Berkshire CEO at the end of the year, here's a look at the top 10 stock holdings of the Berkshire Hathaway portfolio.
Buffett Builds Berkshire Hathaway: Buffett has shaped Berkshire Hathaway from the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/education/24/08/40652464/warren-buffett-celebrates-94th-birthday-with-1-trillion-market-cap-milestone-a-look-back-at-hig">early days of a textile maker </a>into a conglomerate that owns companies like Duracell, Dairy Queen, GEICO, Fruit of the Loom, Jazwares, Pilot Flying J and more.
Along with acquiring businesses outright, Buffett has also built a portfolio of large stakes in publicly traded companies over the years.
Here's a look at the current top 10 holdings of Berkshire Hathaway's stock portfolio, as reported by <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/berkshire-hathaway-portfolio/">CNBC</a>. The list includes the stock, the current value and percentage of the stock portfolio.
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<li>Apple Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>): $60.1 billion, 21.8% of the portfolio</li>
<li>American Express (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXP#NYSE">AXP</a>): $42.4 billion, 15.4%</li>
<li>Coca-Cola Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>): $28.7 billion, 10.4%</li>
<li>Bank of America Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>): $28.2 billion, 10.2%</li>
<li>Chevron Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>): $16.1 billion, 5.8%</li>
<li>Moody's Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCO#NYSE">MCO</a>): $11.5 billion, 4.2%</li>
<li>Occidental Petroleum Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OXY#NYSE">OXY</a>): $10.4 billion, 3.8%</li>
<li>Kraft Heinz Co (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KHC#NASDAQ">KHC</a>): $9.3 billion, 3.4%</li>
<li>Chubb Ltd (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CB#NYSE">CB</a>): $7.8 billion, 2.8%</li>
<li>Itochu Corporation: $7.1 billion, 2.6%</li>
</ol>
Together, the top 10 stocks in the Berkshire Hathaway represent 80.4% of the portfolio. Berkshire Hathaway owns stakes of 6% or more in each of the 10 companies, other than Apple. Berkshire owns around 2% of Apple.
Many of these stocks have been long-time holdings of Berkshire Hathaway added decades ago. Others, like Apple, have been added to the portfolio as Buffett's opinion on a stock or sector change.
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Berkshire Hathaway Performance: Shares of Berkshire Hathaway hit new all-time highs on Friday ahead of the annual shareholders meeting, where Buffett surprised the crowd with his stepping down announcement.
On Monday, Berkshire Hathaway stock fell over 5% as investors grasped what the company could look like without Buffett and with the company reporting lower operating profit year-over-year.
Year-to-date, Berkshire Hathaway stock is up 13.2%, outperforming the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), which is down 3.4%. Berkshire Hathaway has also outperformed the S&amp;P 500 ETF over the one-year and five-year periods.
Here's a look at the year-to-date performance of the top 10 Berkshire Hathaway holdings:
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<li>Apple: -18.2%</li>
<li>American Express: -6.5%</li>
<li>Coca-Cola Co: +15.8%</li>
<li>Bank of America: -6.8%</li>
<li>Chevron Corp: -7.7%</li>
<li>Moody's Corp: -1.7%</li>
<li>Occidental Petroleum: -21.7%</li>
<li>Kraft Heinz: -7.4%</li>
<li>Chubb Ltd: +5.7%</li>
<li>Itochu: -9.7%</li>
</ol>
Of the top 10 holdings, only two are positive year-to-date in 2025, putting more pressure on the Berkshire Hathaway non-stock holdings like the insurance and energy units, which are wholly owned, to perform well during the year.
With a changing of CEO, there is a chance that the top 10 holdings in the Berkshire Hathaway stock portfolio look significantly different at this time next year. Although, many of these stocks have been outperforming the market and helping Berkshire Hathaway produce strong returns annually.
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Apple Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) might be Berkshire Hathaway Inc's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>) (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>) biggest holding today, but it's far from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/warren-buffett">being Warren Buffett</a>'s oldest flame.
While Apple accounts for over 28% of Berkshire's portfolio, Buffett only began buying it in the first quarter of 2016. That makes it a relative newcomer compared to three other iconic names Buffett picked up way back in the first quarter of 2001 &#8211; and still hasn't let go of. 
With the Berkshire Hathaway portfolio holding onto these shares for over two decades, these positions reveal how Buffett's best investments aren't always the flashiest &#8211; they're the most enduring.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Buffett's Wallet Staple</h2>
As of the fourth quarter of 2024, Berkshire owns 151.6 million shares of American Express (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXP#NYSE">AXP</a>), now worth nearly $45 billion, making it Buffett's #2 holding at 16.84% of the portfolio.
Buffett's enduring confidence is underlined by a whopping 21.5% ownership stake in the company. Amex's brand loyalty and capital-light business model make it the quintessential Buffett stock &#8211; durable, predictable, and slow to leave the wallet.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Underrated Winner</h2>
Moody's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCO#NYSE">MCO</a>) doesn't make headlines like Apple or Coke, but it's been compounding quietly in Buffett's portfolio for 24 years. Berkshire owns nearly 25 million shares, worth $11.7 billion, or 4.37% of the portfolio.
It's a classic Buffett play: pricing power, industry dominance and little need for reinvestment.
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Buffett might be most associated with Coca-Cola (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>), and for good reason. Berkshire owns 400 million shares, valued at nearly $25 billion, making up 9.32% of the portfolio.
He once called Coke's brand "the most valuable franchise in the world" &#8211; and clearly, he's still sipping.
Apple may rule today's headlines, but these three 24-year veterans quietly built Buffett's empire &#8211; one quarter at a time.
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Moodys (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCO#NYSE">MCO</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 4.45% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 12.52%. Currently, Moodys has a market capitalization of $78.92 billion. 
Buying $100 In MCO: If an investor had bought $100 of MCO stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $1,065.00 today based on a price of $438.62 for MCO at the time of writing.
<h3>Moodys's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
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$100 Invested In Moodys 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

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Stifel analyst Shlomo Rosenbaum maintains Moodys (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCO#NYSE">MCO</a>) with a Hold and lowers the price target from $533 to $468.

Stifel Maintains Hold on Moodys, Lowers Price Target to $468

BMO Capital analyst Jeffrey Silber maintains Moodys (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCO#NYSE">MCO</a>) with a Market Perform and lowers the price target from $475 to $456.

BMO Capital Maintains Market Perform on Moodys, Lowers Price Target to $456

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Throughout the last three months, 9 analysts have evaluated Moodys (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCO#NYSE">MCO</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Moodys, presenting an average target of $525.33, a high estimate of $572.00, and a low estimate of $495.00. Experiencing a 1.6% decline, the current average is now lower than the previous average price target of $533.88. 
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<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
The standing of Moodys among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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&#x7C;Jeffrey Meuler &#x7C;Baird &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $525.00&#x7C;$575.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jason Haas &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $572.00&#x7C;$610.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Andrew Steinerman &#x7C;JP Morgan &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $495.00&#x7C;$585.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Manav Patnaik &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $520.00&#x7C;$570.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Sean Kennedy &#x7C;Mizuho &#x7C;Announces &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $504.00&#x7C;- &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jeffrey Silber &#x7C;BMO Capital &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Market Perform &#x7C; $531.00&#x7C;$481.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Alex Kramm &#x7C;UBS &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $540.00&#x7C;$510.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Shlomo Rosenbaum &#x7C;Stifel &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Hold &#x7C; $533.00&#x7C;$459.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Toni Kaplan &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $508.00&#x7C;$481.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Moodys. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Moodys compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Moodys's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
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For valuable insights into Moodys's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MCO/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Moodys analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Moodys Better</h2>
Moody's, along with S&amp;P Ratings, is a leading provider of credit ratings on fixed-income securities. The ratings segment, Moody's Investors Service, includes corporates, structured finance, financial institutions, and public finance ratings. MIS represents a majority of the firm's profit and about half the firm's revenue. The other segment, Moody's Analytics, consists of decision solutions, research and insights, and data and information.
<h3>Key Indicators: Moodys's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization: Exceeding industry standards, the company's market capitalization places it above industry average in size relative to peers. This emphasizes its significant scale and robust market position.
Revenue Growth: Moodys displayed positive results in 3M. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 12.97%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: Moodys's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 23.62%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 10.58%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Moodys's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 2.53%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: Moodys's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 2.17. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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Analyst Expectations For Moodys's Future

Baird analyst Jeffrey Meuler maintains Moodys (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCO#NYSE">MCO</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $575 to $525.

Baird Maintains Outperform on Moodys, Lowers Price Target to $525

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