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Moody's Corporation operates as an integrated risk assessment firm worldwide. It operates in two segments, Moody's Investors Service and Moody's Analytics. The Moody's Investors Service segment publishes credit ratings and provides assessment services on various debt obligations, programs and facilities, and entities that issue such obligations, such as various corporate, financial institution, and governmental obligations, as well as and structured finance securities. This segment provides ratings in approximately 140 countries. Its ratings are disseminated through press releases to the public through electronic media, including the internet and real-time information systems used by securities traders and investors. This segment has rated approximately 5,000 non-financial corporates; 3,600 financial institutions; 16,000 public finance issuers; 145 sovereigns; 47 supranational institutions; 459 sub-sovereigns; and 1,000 infrastructure and project finance issuers, as well as 9,100 structured finance deals. The Moody's Analytics segment develops a range of products and services that support the risk management activities of institutional participants in financial markets; and offers subscription based research, data, and analytical products comprising credit ratings, credit research, quantitative credit scores and other analytical tools, economic research and forecasts, business intelligence and company information products, commercial real estate data and analytical tools, and on-line and classroom-based training services, as well as credentialing and certification services. It also offers offshore analytical and research services with learning solutions and certification programs; and software solutions, as well as related risk management services. The company was formerly known as Dun and Bradstreet Company and changed its name to Moody's Corporation in September 2000. Moody's Corporation was founded in 1900 and is headquartered in New York, New York.

Moody's Dividend Announcement

Moody's announced a quarterly dividend of $0.85 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2024-12-13. Ex dividend date: 2024-11-22
Moody's annual dividend for 2024 was $3.40
Moody's annual dividend for 2023 was $3.08
Moody's's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 0.7%
Moody's's payout ratio for the trailing twelve months (TTM) is 30.20%
Moody's's dividend growth over the last five years (2018-2023) was 11.84% year
Moody's's dividend growth over the last ten years (2013-2023) was 13.09% year

Moody's Dividend History

Ex-Div dateDividend amountDividend typePay date
2024-11-22$0.85quarterly2024-12-13
2024-08-16$0.85quarterly2024-09-06
2024-05-16$0.85quarterly2024-06-07
2024-02-22$0.85quarterly2024-03-15
2023-11-22$0.77quarterly2023-12-15
2023-08-17$0.77quarterly2023-09-08
2023-05-18$0.77quarterly2023-06-09
2023-02-23$0.77quarterly2023-03-17
2022-11-22$0.70quarterly2022-10-31
2022-08-18$0.70quarterly2022-09-09
2022-05-19$0.70quarterly2022-06-10
2022-02-24$0.70quarterly2022-03-18
2021-11-22$0.62quarterly2021-12-14
2021-08-19$0.62quarterly2021-09-10
2021-05-19$0.62quarterly2021-06-10
2021-02-24$0.62quarterly2021-03-18
2020-11-20$0.56quarterly2020-12-14
2020-08-19$0.56quarterly2020-09-10
2020-05-19$0.56quarterly2020-06-10
2020-02-24$0.56quarterly2020-03-18
2019-11-20$0.50quarterly2019-12-12
2019-08-19$0.50quarterly2019-09-10
2019-05-17$0.50quarterly2019-06-10
2019-02-22$0.50quarterly2019-03-18
2018-11-20$0.44quarterly2018-12-12
2018-08-17$0.44quarterly2018-09-10
2018-05-18$0.44quarterly2018-06-11
2018-02-16$0.44quarterly2018-03-12
2017-11-20$0.38quarterly2017-12-12
2017-08-18$0.38quarterly2017-09-12
2017-05-18$0.38quarterly2017-06-12
2017-02-15$0.38quarterly2017-03-10
2016-11-17$0.37quarterly2016-12-12
2016-08-18$0.37quarterly2016-09-12
2016-05-18$0.37quarterly2016-06-10
2016-02-17$0.37quarterly2016-03-10
2015-11-18$0.34quarterly2015-12-10
2015-08-18$0.34quarterly2015-09-10
2015-05-18$0.34quarterly2015-06-10
2015-02-18$0.34quarterly2015-03-10
2014-11-18$0.28quarterly2014-12-10
2014-08-18$0.28quarterly2014-09-10
2014-05-16$0.28quarterly2014-06-10
2014-02-18$0.28quarterly2014-03-10
2013-11-18$0.25quarterly2013-12-10
2013-08-16$0.25quarterly2013-09-10
2013-05-16$0.20quarterly2013-06-10
2013-02-15$0.20quarterly2013-03-11

Moody's Dividend per year

Moody's Dividend growth

Moody's Dividend Yield

Moody's current trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 0.7%. Interested in purchasing Moody's stock? Use our calculator to estimate your expected dividend yield:

Moody's Financial Ratios

P/E ratio44.36
PEG ratio-19.37
P/B ratio22.75
ROE54.97%
Payout ratio30.20%
Current ratio1.67
Quick ratio1.67
Cash Ratio0.82

Moody's Dividend FAQ

How much is the next Moody's dividend?
Moody's's board of directors will review the company's financial performance, cash flow, future investment needs, and other relevant factors to determine the next Moody's dividend. The next Moody's dividend will be released in February, May, August, or November.
When is Moody's dividend paid?
Moody's pays dividends on a quarterly basis. The specific dates may vary each year but are generally around February, May, August, and November. However, please note that the exact timing and amount can vary, and companies may also decide to change their dividend policy based on their financial health and other considerations.
What dividend does Moody's pay?
The specific amount of Moody's dividend can vary from quarter to quarter and year to year, based on a variety of factors including the company's financial performance, the global economic situation, and the decisions of its board of directors. In the above table you can find Moody's's dividend history.
Does Moody's stock pay dividends?
Yes, Moody's does pay dividends to its shareholders. However, the specific amount and frequency of these dividends can vary based on a variety of factors, including the company's financial performance, the global economic situation, and the decisions of its board of directors. In the above table you can find Moody's's dividend history.
How much dividend does Moody's pay?
Moody's paid $3.4 in 2024, $3.08 in 2023, $2.8 in 2022, $2.48 in 2021, and $2.24 in 2020.
How often does Moody's pay dividends?
Moody's typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis. This means that dividends are usually distributed 4 times a year. The specific payout dates may vary each year but generally fall around February, May, August, and November.
What is Moody's's dividend yield?
The current dividend yield for Moody's is 0.7%. The dividend yield is calculated by dividing the annual dividend payment by the price of the stock. Both of these numbers can fluctuate daily due to changes in the stock price and any updates to the dividend payment. Use the dividend calculator on this page to calculate Moody's's exact dividend yield.
When does Moody's go ex dividend?
Moody's's ex-dividend date for the latest dividend was on 2024-11-22. Moody's typically goes ex-dividend a few weeks before the payment date. The specific dates can vary each year and for each dividend payment.
When is the next Moody's dividend paid?
Moody's pays dividends on a quarterly basis, typically around February, May, August, or November, but the exact dates can vary each year.
Will Moody's increase its dividend?
Decisions about dividend payments are made by the company's board of directors and are based on a variety of factors. To understand whether Moody's will increase its dividend, it's beneficial to look at the company's earnings, financial health, future business prospects, and the overall economic environment.
How much is Moody's dividend per share?
Moody's paid $3.4 per share in 2024 and $3.08 per share in 2023. The amount of dividend per share that Moody's pays can vary each quarter based on a range of factors including the company's earnings, financial health, and decisions made by its board of directors.
Is Moody's a dividend aristocrat?
No, the term "Dividend Aristocrat" is typically used to describe a company in the S&P 500 index that has increased its dividend payouts for at least 25 consecutive years.
Is Moody's a dividend king?
No, a "Dividend King" is a company that has managed to increase its dividend payouts for 50 consecutive years or more, which is an even more selective group than the Dividend Aristocrats.
Is Moody's a dividend stock?
Yes, Moody's is considered a dividend stock. A dividend stock is a stock of a company that regularly pays out dividends to its shareholders.
Is Moody's a good dividend stock?
Whether Moody's is a good dividend stock depends on several factors and can vary depending on individual investment goals, risk tolerance, and the overall market conditions. Moody's has a history of paying regular dividends, which can make it attractive to income-focused investors.

Other factors to consider when evaluating Moody's as a dividend stock include its dividend yield, dividend growth, payout ratio, and the sustainability of its dividend payments given its earnings and cash flow. These factors can provide insight into the company's ability to maintain or increase its dividend in the future.
Does Moody's pay dividends monthly?
Moody's typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis.
Does Moody's pay dividends quarterly?
Moody's currently pays dividends on a quarterly basis.
Has Moody's ever paid a dividend?
Yes, Moody's has a history of paying dividends to its shareholders. Moody's is known for its dividend payments, which have made it an attractive investment for income-focused investors.
How to buy Moody's dividend stocks?
To buy Moody's you need a brokerage account. Open an account with a reputable brokerage firm that offers access to the stock market. Consider factors such as fees, account minimums, and the availability of dividend reinvestment programs (DRIPs) if you wish to reinvest your dividends automatically.

Place an order: Use the brokerage's trading platform to place an order to buy Moody's stock.

Remember that buying stocks involves risk, and it's important to carefully consider your investment goals, risk tolerance, and conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions.
When does Moody's pay dividends 2024?
Moody's pays dividends on a quarterly basis. 2024 dividend payments are in 2024-12-13. However, please note that the exact timing and amount can vary, and companies may also decide to change their dividend policy based on their financial health and other considerations.
Will Moody's increase its dividend in 2024?
Decisions regarding Moody's dividend increases are typically made by a company's board of directors based on various factors, including financial performance, cash flow, investment needs, and market conditions. For an up-to-date Moody's dividend overview you can look into the above table of dividend history.
How Moody's dividend works?
The Moody's dividend works by distributing a portion of the company's profits to its shareholders on a per-share basis. Here's a general overview of how Moody's's dividend process works:

1. Determination of Dividend: Moody's's board of directors reviews the company's financial performance, cash flow, future investment needs, and other relevant factors to determine the amount and timing of dividend payments.

2. Dividend Declaration: Once the board approves a dividend, Moody's publicly announces the dividend amount, currency, and the ex-dividend date. The ex-dividend date is the date on or after which the buyer of the stock will not be eligible to receive the upcoming dividend payment.

3. Record Date: The record date is the date on which the company checks its records to identify shareholders who are eligible to receive the dividend. Only shareholders on record as of this date will receive the dividend.

4. Payment Date: On the designated payment date, Moody's distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The dividend is usually paid in the form of cash directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or through other designated payment methods.

5. Tax Implications: Dividends received from Moody's are generally taxable as income. Shareholders may need to report dividend income on their tax returns and pay applicable taxes according to their jurisdiction's tax regulations.
How are Moody's dividends paid?
Moody's dividends are typically paid in cash directly to eligible shareholders. The payment process involves the following steps:

1. Record Date: Moody's sets a record date, which is the date on which the company checks its records to determine the eligible shareholders. Only those who are shareholders on record as of this date will receive the dividend.

2. Payment Date: On the designated payment date, Moody's distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The payment is usually made electronically, directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or bank account.

3. Currency: Moody's declares the currency in which the dividend will be paid. Depending on the shareholder's location and the currency election made by the shareholder, the dividend will be converted to the appropriate currency during the payment process.
How many times does Moody's pay dividends?
Moody's typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis. The specific payment dates can vary each year and are usually announced when the company releases its financial results for each quarter.
What months does Moody's pay dividends?
The general pattern is that Moody's pays dividends around February, May, August, and November. However, the exact payment dates can vary each year and are typically announced when the company releases its financial results for each quarter.
Is Moody's dividend safe?
The safety of Moody's's dividend is subject to various factors and cannot be determined with certainty. It is influenced by the company's financial performance, cash flow, and the overall economic and industry conditions.

To assess the safety of Moody's's dividend, it is crucial to analyze the company's financial health, debt levels, cash flow generation, and ability to sustain dividend payments over the long term. Additionally, monitoring the company's future earnings, cash flow projections, and management's commitment to dividend policies can provide valuable insights.

It is recommended to review Moody's's financial reports, official announcements, and consult with financial advisors or experts who have access to the most current and comprehensive information about the company's financial situation.