Moody's (MCO) Q2 Earnings Preview: What You Should Know Beyond the Headline Estimates

Looking beyond Wall Street's top-and-bottom-line estimate forecasts for Moody's (MCO), delve into some of its key metrics to gain a deeper insight into the company's potential performance for the quarter ended June 2026.

Zacks Investment Research • 17 hours ago

AI Bubble Risks Make Dividend Stocks Attractive Again

I identify dividend stocks and REITs that could protect investors from AI bubble risks, geopolitics, and inflation while generating attractive income. My "ALLKA Dividend Rating" model separates quality dividend opportunities from yield traps by analyzing dividend sustainability, growth prospects, and valuation. The article explores three dividend strategies, "High-Yield Defensive," "Balanced Income," and "Pure Growth," designed for goals ranging from high yield to dividend growth.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 18, 2026

This Moody's Analyst Begins Coverage On A Bullish Note; Here Are Top 5 Initiations For Friday

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades, downgrades and initiations, please see our analyst ratings page.

Benzinga • Jul 17, 2026

Moody's Earnings Preview: Valuation Once Again Limits The Upside

Moody's Corporation (MCO) is a high-quality business with strong growth prospects, but after a recent 15% rally, I now rate it 'Hold' due to valuation concerns. MCO delivered solid Q1/26 results: 8.1% revenue growth, 7.8% EPS growth, and 25.6% free cash flow growth, with both Analytics and Investor Services segments performing well. Management guides for high-single-digit revenue growth and 9–14% EPS growth in 2026, supported by $5 trillion in upcoming debt refinancing and robust M&A activity.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 16, 2026

Moody's (MCO) Earnings Expected to Grow: Should You Buy?

Moody's (MCO) possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 15, 2026

Quality Stocks Aren't the Names You'd Expect

Owning high-quality stocks seems like a no-brainer. (Have you ever heard an active portfolio manager tout a portfolio of low-quality companies?) But it turns out that identifying the good names isn't quite so simple.

Barrons • Jul 13, 2026

Date Set For Moody's Earnings Release And Investor Teleconference

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Moody's Corporation (NYSE: MCO) will release its second quarter 2026 results before the start of NYSE trading on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. A copy of the earnings release and supplemental presentation slides will be posted on Moody's Investor Relations website, ir.moodys.com. Moody's Corporation invites you to participate in a teleconference with Rob Fauber President, and Chief Executive Officer, and Noémie Heuland, Chief Financial Officer, to discuss its second quarte.

Business Wire • Jul 8, 2026

PIPR vs. MCO: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?

Investors interested in stocks from the Financial - Miscellaneous Services sector have probably already heard of Piper Sandler Companies (PIPR) and Moody's (MCO). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 1, 2026

Moody's Launches Decision-Grade AI Skills for Major AI Platforms

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Moody's Corporation (NYSE: MCO) today announced the release of its first set of AI skills – purpose-built, platform-agnostic instruction kits that encode Moody's analytical frameworks and connect AI agents to its decision-grade intelligence. Available across compatible AI platforms beginning with Microsoft 365 Copilot Cowork, Moody's skills enable customers to execute complex analytical workflows through a single natural-language request, with outputs grounded in Mood.

Business Wire • Jun 17, 2026

Moody's: A Rare Opportunity To Snap Up This High-Quality Compounder

Moody's Corporation is a dominant global credit ratings agency benefiting from oligopoly dynamics, high barriers to entry, and recurring revenues. MCO has delivered 17 consecutive years of dividend growth, a 10-year CAGR of 10.7%, and maintains a low 29.5% payout ratio, supporting future increases. CFRA forecasts 15% annual EPS growth over the next three years, driven by M&A, AI-driven financing, and robust market conditions, supporting a mid-teens total return outlook.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 15, 2026