MCO
Moodys
PEG ratio, current and historical analysis
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- PEG Ratio
MCO currently shows a PEG ratio reading of 1.57 as of Jun 22, 2026. This metric combines a PE of 31.95 with an earnings growth rate of 20.4%. When benchmarked against the trailing 4-quarter average of 2.18, MCO's PEG ratio reflects a 28% decrease.
MCO PEG ratio history
A nine years lookback reveals an average PEG ratio of 1.39 for Moodys. Compared to historical data, MCO's 1.57 PEG ratio represents an increase of 13%. Within the past nine years, the Dec 2019 quarter saw the highest PEG reading at 3.23. At 0.1, the Dec 2017 quarter represented the lowest PEG ratio in this timeframe.
Moodys PEG ratio by year
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1.75 | 37.21 | 21.3% |
| 2024 | 1.44 | 41.82 | 29.1% |
| 2023 | 2.56 | 44.53 | 17.4% |
| 2022 | N/A | 37.3 | -37.1% |
| 2021 | 1.3 | 32.88 | 25.3% |
| 2020 | 1.17 | 30.62 | 26.2% |
| 2019 | 3.23 | 31.61 | 9.8% |
| 2018 | 0.67 | 20.47 | 30.5% |
| 2017 | 0.1 | 28.17 | 279.7% |
| 2016 | N/A | 68.31 | -70.6% |
| 2015 | 106.75 | 21.35 | 0.2% |
| 2014 | 0.73 | 20.43 | 27.8% |
| 2013 | 1.14 | 21.38 | 18.8% |
| 2012 | 0.72 | 16.28 | 22.6% |
| 2011 | 0.8 | 13.37 | 16.7% |
Moodys PEG ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | 1.53 | 31.16 | 20.4% |
| Dec 2025 | 1.75 | 37.21 | 21.3% |
| Sep 2025 | 2.81 | 38.15 | 13.6% |
| Jun 2025 | 2.62 | 42.44 | 16.2% |
| Mar 2025 | 1.51 | 40.04 | 26.6% |
| Dec 2024 | 1.44 | 41.82 | 29.1% |
| Sep 2024 | 1.29 | 43.18 | 33.4% |
| Jun 2024 | 1.34 | 41.39 | 30.9% |
| Mar 2024 | 1.9 | 42.77 | 22.5% |
| Dec 2023 | 2.56 | 44.53 | 17.4% |
| Sep 2023 | N/A | 38.37 | -2.1% |
| Jun 2023 | N/A | 44.75 | -16.6% |
| Mar 2023 | N/A | 40.8 | -29.4% |
| Dec 2022 | N/A | 37.3 | -37.1% |
| Sep 2022 | N/A | 28.87 | -25.2% |
MCO average PEG ratio chart
Measured against past performance, MCO's PEG ratio is above the 10-year average, yet it comes in under the 3 and 5-year averages.
PEG comparison
With a PEG of 1.57, MCO ranks higher than the Financial Services sector and the industry average. In comparison with the Financial Services sector average of 0.46, Moodys's PEG is 241% higher.
MCO EPS growth
MCO Price vs fair value
MCO PEG vs peers
Among its peer stocks MSCI and EFX, MCO's PEG ratio comes in lower.
| Stock name | PEG ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| MCO Moodys Corp | 1.55 | $77.51B |
| MSCI MSCI Inc | 1.64 | $42.73B |
| MORN Morningstar Inc | 1.64 | $6B |
| EFX Equifax Inc | 1.7 | $18.29B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Moodys's PEG ratio?
According to Jun 22, 2026 figures, MCO's PEG ratio stands at 1.57.
What is the 3-year average PEG ratio for Moodys (MCO)?
Across the past 3 years, MCO's PEG ratio has centered around 1.88.
What is the 5-year average PEG ratio for Moodys (MCO)?
Across the past 5 years, MCO's PEG ratio has centered around 1.81.
What is the highest PEG ratio for MCO?
MCO's PEG ratio topped out at 3.23 during the Dec 2019 quarter - the highest in nine years.
How does the current PEG ratio for MCO compare to its historical average?
MCO currently has a PEG ratio 13% above its 9-year average.
How is MCO's PEG ratio calculated (Moodys PEG ratio formula)?
The PEG ratio derives from taking PE and dividing by the rate at which earnings are growing (YoY TTM). As of Jun 22, 2026, Moodys carries a PE ratio of 31.95. Earnings grew at 20.4% over the TTM period ending Mar 2026. Applying the formula, this yields a PEG ratio of 1.57. PEG RATIO(1.57) = PE RATIO(31.95) / EPS GROWTH(20.4%)
All PEG ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.