Moodys Corporation (MCO)vsValue Line Inc (VALU)
MCO
Moodys Corporation
$474.95
+1.62%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $82.25B
VALU
Value Line Inc
$39.29
+4.05%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $362.25M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Moodys Corporation generates 24297% more annual revenue ($8.16B vs $33.45M). VALU leads profitability with a 64.7% profit margin vs 34.3%. VALU trades at a lower P/E of 16.8x. MCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
MCO
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
VALU
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
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
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
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 27.2x book value
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 0.2%
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 4.5%
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 : VALU
The strongest argument for VALU centers on Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 64.7% and operating margin at 0.2%.
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 : VALU
The primary concerns for VALU are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCO profiles as a growth stock while VALU is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
MCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — 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
MCO scores higher overall (71/100 vs 33/100), backed by strong 34.3% margins and 15.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" 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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