Moody's Corporation (MCO) Reports Q2 2025 Results

With a significant presence in Warren Buffett’s portfolio and strong hedge fund interest, Moody’s Corporation (NYSE:MCO) secures a spot on our list of the 14 Best Warren Buffett Stocks to Invest in.

On July 23, 2025, Moody’s Corporation (NYSE:MCO) announced its results for Q2 2025. The company recorded adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $3.56, exceeding estimates of $3.39 per share. Meanwhile, resilient Ratings performance, strong growth in Moody’s Analytics (up 11%), and increasing demand for private credit ratings (up 75% from a low base) helped the company achieve a 4% YoY revenue increase, taking it to $1.9 billion. While softness remained in April for the issuance market, May and June brought strong momentum, resulting in the second consecutive quarter of over $1 billion in Ratings revenue.

Furthermore, Moody’s Corporation (NYSE:MCO)’s Private Credit segment accounted for nearly 25% of first-time mandates, remaining a standout. Meanwhile, key strategic partnerships, including MSCI and Microsoft, enhanced the company’s positioning within data, AI, and workflow solutions. Moreover, AI-enabled offerings and insurance solutions experienced strong growth, further expanding the company’s recurring revenue to 96% of the total. Looking ahead, the company raised its MIS revenue growth guidance to the low-to-mid single digits for 2025. A 10% EPS growth is projected at the midpoint for the full year.

With its credit ratings, risk analysis, and financial intelligence solutions, Moody’s Corporation (NYSE:MCO) helps businesses, governments, and investors make informed decisions. It is included in our list of the best Warren Buffett stocks.

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