Moody's Q3 2026 earnings preview highlights credit ratings and AI-driven analytics growth.

Moody's is expected to report Q3 2026 earnings of around $4.25 per share on revenue near $2.08 billion, driven by steady demand for credit ratings and growth in Moody's Analytics, especially from recurring subscriptions and AI tools. While Moody's Investors Service revenue is forecasted to be flat, Analytics revenue is projected to rise 2.9%. Investors will watch for earnings results and management's outlook on future ratings demand amid uneven debt issuance and rising expenses. The stock trades at a trailing P/E of 30.09, reflecting market expectations for continued growth.

Moody's stock trades at USD 478.56 on Pluang as of Oct 21, 2026 03:24 WIB, down 0.56% for the day and below its 52-week high of USD 539.61 but above the 52-week low of USD 412.23. The market values Moody's at $83.35 billion, with a dividend yield of 0.86%. Investor interest leans toward buying, with 66% of order activity favoring purchases compared to 34% selling, reflecting cautious optimism amid earnings expectations.