Moody’s (MCO) stock forecast for 2026
Last update: September 20, 2023 (10:16)
Sector: FinancialThe share price of Moody's Corp. (MCO) now
50/200 Day Moving Average: $342.85 / $316.14
This figure corresponds to the Average Price over the previous 50/200 days. For Moody's stocks, the 50-day moving average is the resistance level today.
For Moody's stocks, the 200-day moving average is the resistance level today.
Are you interested in Moody's stocks and want to buy them, or are they already in your portfolio? If yes, then on this page you will find useful information about the dynamics of the Moody's stock price in 2026. How much will one Moody's share be worth in 2026? Is it worth taking profit / loss on Moody's stock now or waiting? What are analysts' forecasts for Moody's stock?
We forecast Moody's stock performance using neural networks based on historical data on Moody's stocks. Also, when forecasting, technical analysis tools are used, world geopolitical and news factors are taken into account. The Moody's stock prediction results are shown below and presented as a graph, table and text information.
Moody's stock forecasts are adjusted once a day based on the closing price of the previous trading day.
The minimum target price for Moody's analysts is $375.94.
Today 200 Day Moving Average is the support level (316.14 $).
50 Day Moving Average is the resistance level (342.85 $).
Historical and forecast chart of Moody's stock
The chart below shows the historical price of Moody's stock and a prediction chart for the next year. For convenience, prices are divided by color. Forecast prices include: Optimistic Forecast, Pessimistic Forecast, and Weighted Average Best Forecast. Detailed values for the Moody's stock price can be found in the table below.
Moody's (MCO) Forecast for 2026
| Month | Target | Pes. | Opt. | Vol., % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 375.32 | 369.02 | 391.84 | 5.82 % |
| Feb | 375.32 | 367.52 | 395.44 | 7.06 % |
| Mar | 377.73 | 354.16 | 394.95 | 10.33 % |
| Apr | 377.73 | 369.57 | 389.81 | 5.19 % |
| May | 379.54 | 363.14 | 395.93 | 8.28 % |
| Jun | 385.31 | 373.29 | 397.95 | 6.20 % |
| Jul | 397.02 | 373.52 | 422.43 | 11.58 % |
| Aug | 401.47 | 392.80 | 419.77 | 6.43 % |
| Sep | 413.67 | 398.45 | 437.17 | 8.86 % |
| Oct | 402.09 | 377.64 | 425.89 | 11.33 % |
| Nov | 420.75 | 403.58 | 428.49 | 5.81 % |
| Dec | 409.64 | 385.06 | 424.06 | 9.20 % |
Moody's information and performance
Moody’s Corporation is an international company with two operating divisions: Moody’s Investors Service (MIS) and Moody’s Analytics (MA).
MIS is a rating agency representing the traditional line of business and the historical name of the company. He is engaged in the valuation of various securities in several market segments related to government and commercial bonds. It is included in the “big three” rating agencies, is engaged in assigning credit ratings.
MA – established in 2007 to focus on non-rating activities, carries out economic research related to credit analysis, financial modeling, financial risk management, and provides software for financial analysis services.
The history of the company begins with two publications that were created by John Moody, the inventor of bond ratings. The ranking was first published in 1900, nine years before the corporation was founded. The first publication of a market assessment called Moody’s Manual of Industrial and Miscellaneous Securities was a huge success, and the first print run was sold out in two months, John Moody formally established John Moody & Company. Later, the company had to be sold due to a lack of capital. Moody returned in 1909 with a new publication focusing exclusively on rail links and a new publishing company, Moody’s Analyses Publishing Company.
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Moody's price target for 2026 by month
Target values for the price of one Moody's share for Jan 2026.
In Jan, the Negative dynamics for Momo shares will prevail with possible monthly volatility of 5.824% volatility is expected.
Pessimistic target level: 369.02
Optimistic target level: 391.84
Target values for the price of one Moody's share for Feb 2026.
In Feb, the Negative dynamics for Momo shares will prevail with possible monthly volatility of 7.062% volatility is expected.
Pessimistic target level: 367.52
Optimistic target level: 395.44
Target values for the price of one Moody's share for Mar 2026.
In Mar, the Positive dynamics for Momo shares will prevail with possible monthly volatility of 10.329% volatility is expected.
Pessimistic target level: 354.16
Optimistic target level: 394.95
Target values for the price of one Moody's share for Apr 2026.
In Apr, the Negative dynamics for Momo shares will prevail with possible monthly volatility of 5.194% volatility is expected.
Pessimistic target level: 369.57
Optimistic target level: 389.81
Target values for the price of one Moody's share for May 2026.
In May, the Positive dynamics for Momo shares will prevail with possible monthly volatility of 8.282% volatility is expected.
Pessimistic target level: 363.14
Optimistic target level: 395.93
Target values for the price of one Moody's share for Jun 2026.
In Jun, the Positive dynamics for Momo shares will prevail with possible monthly volatility of 6.197% volatility is expected.
Pessimistic target level: 373.29
Optimistic target level: 397.95
Target values for the price of one Moody's share for Jul 2026.
In Jul, the Positive dynamics for Momo shares will prevail with possible monthly volatility of 11.579% volatility is expected.
Pessimistic target level: 373.52
Optimistic target level: 422.43
Target values for the price of one Moody's share for Aug 2026.
In Aug, the Positive dynamics for Momo shares will prevail with possible monthly volatility of 6.427% volatility is expected.
Pessimistic target level: 392.80
Optimistic target level: 419.77
Target values for the price of one Moody's share for Sep 2026.
In Sep, the Positive dynamics for Momo shares will prevail with possible monthly volatility of 8.857% volatility is expected.
Pessimistic target level: 398.45
Optimistic target level: 437.17
Target values for the price of one Moody's share for Oct 2026.
In Oct, the Negative dynamics for Momo shares will prevail with possible monthly volatility of 11.329% volatility is expected.
Pessimistic target level: 377.64
Optimistic target level: 425.89
Target values for the price of one Moody's share for Nov 2026.
In Nov, the Positive dynamics for Momo shares will prevail with possible monthly volatility of 5.813% volatility is expected.
Pessimistic target level: 403.58
Optimistic target level: 428.49
Target values for the price of one Moody's share for Dec 2026.
In Dec, the Negative dynamics for Momo shares will prevail with possible monthly volatility of 9.196% volatility is expected.
Pessimistic target level: 385.06
Optimistic target level: 424.06
Moody's (MCO) stock dividend
Moody's last paid dividends on 08/17/2023. The next scheduled payment will be on 09/08/2023. The amount of dividends is $2.94 per share. If the date of the next dividend payment has not been updated, it means that the issuer has not yet announced the exact payment. As soon as information becomes available, we will immediately update the data. Bookmark our portal to stay updated.
Last Split Date: 01/01/1970
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