Moody's Corporation MCO NYSE

Moody's Corporation (MCO) has shown strong revenue growth over the past 3 years, expanding from $5.5B to $7.7B (average +12.3%/yr). Net income reached $2.5B, reflecting exceptional earnings expansion at +21.5%/yr on average. The net profit margin is 31.9%, which is exceptional. The company has maintained profitability in all 4 of the past 4 years, demonstrating a consistent earnings track record. The gross margin is 68.2% (high), with a -2.3pp trend over the period. With a $78B market cap and MOAT composite score of 71/100, the company has a strong competitive position.

Criteria proven by this page:

• GROWTH (90/100, Pass) — proving strong growth momentum
• PAST (100/100, Pass) — proving consistent earnings. Looking at the full 28-year history, the company was profitable in 28 of 28 years — a perfect long-term track record
• INCOME (100/100, Pass) — proves strong profitability and pricing power
• MOAT (71/100, Pass) — strong gross margins and market scale prove a durable competitive advantage

Overall SharesGrow Score: 76/100 with 4/7 criteria passed.