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MCO P/E Ratio Analysis

32.4x

Updated 126h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current P/E ratio of 32.4x means investors are paying $32.40 for every $1 of the company’s earnings — a measure of how expensive the stock is relative to its profit.

Sector Performance

68th percentile

MCO

32.4x

Sector Median

24.4x

Sector Avg

36.2x

Prior Period

32.1x(Jun 2026)

→ Stable

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Deep Analysis

The current P/E ratio of 32.4x means investors are paying $32.40 for every $1 of the company’s earnings — a measure of how expensive the stock is relative to its profit.

Among sector peers, this is above the sector median of 24.3x, placing the stock in the 68th percentile (higher than two-thirds of competitors). The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a slight increase of +0.7%, moving from 32.1x to 32.4x. With an elevated P/E relative to the sector and a small upward trend, the combination suggests above-average valuation that could heighten risk if earnings growth slows. This metric does not contradict the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the premium is moderate rather than extreme, and the minor uptick does not clearly signal overvaluation or improvement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about MCO?

Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.

How is the P/E Ratio calculated?

P/E Ratio is calculated as: Price / EPS.

Who are MCO's closest peers by P/E Ratio?

The closest peers by P/E Ratio include: GLW (81.2x), KLIC (127.4x), BIDU (135.2x), IRM (136.8x), CAVA (148.1x).

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The Formula

Price / EPS

Why It Matters

Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.