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Moody's Beat Expectations, Reaffirms

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 · 7:00 AM ET

Moody's (MCO) reported earnings of $4.68 per share on revenue of $2.19 billion for the second quarter ended June 2026. The consensus earnings estimate was $4.24 per share on revenue of $2.09 billion. The Earnings Whisper number was $4.30 per share. The company beat expectations by 8.84% while revenue grew 15.12% on a year-over-year basis.

The company said it continues to expect 2026 earnings of $16.50 to $17.00 per share. The current consensus earnings estimate is $16.73 per share for the year ending December 31, 2026.

Moody' Corporation provides credit ratings, credit and economic related research, data and analytical tools, software solutions and related risk management services, quantitative credit risk measures, financial services training & certification services.

Earnings Whisper Grade
Power Rating
Reported Earnings
$4.68
Earnings Whisper®
$4.30
Consensus Estimate
$4.24
Earnings Surprise
Earnings Growth31.5 %
Reported Revenue
$2.19B
Revenue Estimate
$2.09B

Consensus estimates for banks and some financial institutions are for net interest income, which may not be comparable to reported revenue.

Revenue Surprise
Revenue Growth15.1 %

Moody's Corporation Delivers Exceptional Results For Second Quarter 2026

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 · 7:00 AM ET Business Wire

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Moody's Corporation (NYSE: MCO) today announced results for the second quarter 2026 and updated select metrics within its outlook for full year 2026.

The Earnings Release and other earnings materials can be found on the Moody’s IR website at ir.moodys.com. In addition, the Earnings Release will be furnished with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on a Form 8-K and will be available on the SEC website at www.sec.gov.

Teleconference Details:

Date and Time

July 22, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. ET

Duration

1 hour

Webcast

The webcast and its replay can be accessed through Moody’s Investor Relations website, ir.moodys.com within “Events & Presentations”.

Dial In

U.S. and Canada

+1-833-461-5787

Other callers

+1-626-884-3620

Passcode

116 244 197

Webcast Replay

A replay will be available immediately after the call on July 22, 2026.

For further information, please contact Investor Relations at ir@moodys.com

ABOUT MOODY’S
In a world shaped by increasingly interconnected risks, Moody’s (NYSE:MCO) data, insights, and innovative technologies help customers develop a holistic view of their world and unlock opportunities. With a rich history of experience in global markets and a diverse workforce of approximately 16,000 across more than 40 countries, Moody’s gives customers the comprehensive perspective needed to act with confidence and thrive.

Shivani Kak
Head of Investor Relations
Investor Relations
+1.212.553.0298
shivani.kak@moodys.com

Michael Adler
Managing Director
Corporate Communications
+1.212.553.4667
michael.adler@moodys.com

Source: Moody’s Corporation Investor Relations