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MOELIS & CO - CLASS A (MC) Stock Fundamental Analysis

USA - New York Stock Exchange - NYSE:MC - US60786M1053 - Common Stock

74.59 USD
-2 (-2.61%)
Last: 1/7/2026, 8:04:00 PM
74.59 USD
0 (0%)
After Hours: 1/7/2026, 8:04:00 PM
Fundamental Rating

5

We assign a fundamental rating of 5 out of 10 to MC. MC was compared to 235 industry peers in the Capital Markets industry. Both the profitability and the financial health of MC get a neutral evaluation. Nothing too spectacular is happening here. MC is growing strongly while it is still valued neutral. This is a good combination! These ratings would make MC suitable for growth investing!


Dividend Valuation Growth Profitability Health

5

1. Profitability

1.1 Basic Checks

MC had positive earnings in the past year.
MC had a positive operating cash flow in the past year.
Of the past 5 years MC 4 years were profitable.
MC had a positive operating cash flow in each of the past 5 years.
MC Yearly Net Income VS EBIT VS OCF VS FCFMC Yearly Net Income VS EBIT VS OCF VS FCFYearly Net Income VS EBIT VS OCF VS FCF 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 200M 400M 600M 800M

1.2 Ratios

With an excellent Return On Assets value of 15.46%, MC belongs to the best of the industry, outperforming 95.74% of the companies in the same industry.
MC's Return On Equity of 43.84% is amongst the best of the industry. MC outperforms 97.45% of its industry peers.
Looking at the Return On Invested Capital, with a value of 23.27%, MC belongs to the top of the industry, outperforming 97.87% of the companies in the same industry.
Industry RankSector Rank
ROA 15.46%
ROE 43.84%
ROIC 23.27%
ROA(3y)6.71%
ROA(5y)11.71%
ROE(3y)19.2%
ROE(5y)33.91%
ROIC(3y)N/A
ROIC(5y)N/A
MC Yearly ROA, ROE, ROICMC Yearly ROA, ROE, ROICYearly ROA, ROE, ROIC 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 20 40 60

1.3 Margins

With a Profit Margin value of 15.98%, MC perfoms like the industry average, outperforming 52.77% of the companies in the same industry.
In the last couple of years the Profit Margin of MC has declined.
Looking at the Operating Margin, with a value of 18.90%, MC is in line with its industry, outperforming 43.83% of the companies in the same industry.
MC's Operating Margin has been stable in the last couple of years.
Industry RankSector Rank
OM 18.9%
PM (TTM) 15.98%
GM N/A
OM growth 3Y-23.38%
OM growth 5Y-1.15%
PM growth 3Y-21.68%
PM growth 5Y-4.16%
GM growth 3YN/A
GM growth 5YN/A
MC Yearly Profit, Operating, Gross MarginsMC Yearly Profit, Operating, Gross MarginsYearly Profit, Operating, Gross Margins 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 10 20 30

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2. Health

2.1 Basic Checks

Compared to 1 year ago, MC has more shares outstanding
Compared to 5 years ago, MC has more shares outstanding
There is no outstanding debt for MC. This means it has a Debt/Equity and Debt/FCF ratio of 0 and it is amongst the best of the sector and industry.
MC Yearly Shares OutstandingMC Yearly Shares OutstandingYearly Shares Outstanding 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 20M 40M 60M
MC Yearly Total Debt VS Total AssetsMC Yearly Total Debt VS Total AssetsYearly Total Debt VS Total Assets 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 500M 1B 1.5B

2.2 Solvency

An Altman-Z score of 4.32 indicates that MC is not in any danger for bankruptcy at the moment.
Looking at the Altman-Z score, with a value of 4.32, MC belongs to the top of the industry, outperforming 82.55% of the companies in the same industry.
MC has no outstanding debt. Therefor its Debt/Equity and Debt/FCF ratios are 0 and belong to the best of the industry.
Industry RankSector Rank
Debt/Equity 0
Debt/FCF 0
Altman-Z 4.32
ROIC/WACCN/A
WACCN/A
MC Yearly LT Debt VS Equity VS FCFMC Yearly LT Debt VS Equity VS FCFYearly LT Debt VS Equity VS FCF 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 200M 400M 600M 800M

2.3 Liquidity

A Current Ratio of 0.71 indicates that MC may have some problems paying its short term obligations.
MC's Current ratio of 0.71 is on the low side compared to the rest of the industry. MC is outperformed by 66.38% of its industry peers.
A Quick Ratio of 0.71 indicates that MC may have some problems paying its short term obligations.
MC's Quick ratio of 0.71 is on the low side compared to the rest of the industry. MC is outperformed by 65.96% of its industry peers.
Industry RankSector Rank
Current Ratio 0.71
Quick Ratio 0.71
MC Yearly Current Assets VS Current LiabilitesMC Yearly Current Assets VS Current LiabilitesYearly Current Assets VS Current Liabilites 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 200M 400M 600M

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3. Growth

3.1 Past

MC shows a strong growth in Earnings Per Share. In the last year, the EPS has been growing by 439.29%, which is quite impressive.
MC shows a decrease in Earnings Per Share. Measured over the last years, the EPS has been decreasing by -0.55% yearly.
Looking at the last year, MC shows a very strong growth in Revenue. The Revenue has grown by 51.19%.
MC shows quite a strong growth in Revenue. Measured over the last years, the Revenue has been growing by 9.86% yearly.
EPS 1Y (TTM)439.29%
EPS 3Y-30.66%
EPS 5Y-0.55%
EPS Q2Q%204.55%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)51.19%
Revenue growth 3Y-8.13%
Revenue growth 5Y9.86%
Sales Q2Q%30.37%

3.2 Future

Based on estimates for the next years, MC will show a very strong growth in Earnings Per Share. The EPS will grow by 32.40% on average per year.
The Revenue is expected to grow by 21.89% on average over the next years. This is a very strong growth
EPS Next Y51.99%
EPS Next 2Y37.41%
EPS Next 3Y32.4%
EPS Next 5YN/A
Revenue Next Year33.51%
Revenue Next 2Y25.12%
Revenue Next 3Y21.89%
Revenue Next 5YN/A

3.3 Evolution

When comparing the EPS growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is accelerating.
When comparing the Revenue growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is accelerating.
MC Yearly Revenue VS EstimatesMC Yearly Revenue VS EstimatesYearly Revenue VS Estimates 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 500M 1B 1.5B 2B
MC Yearly EPS VS EstimatesMC Yearly EPS VS EstimatesYearly EPS VS Estimates 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 0 1 2 3 4 5

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4. Valuation

4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio

MC is valuated rather expensively with a Price/Earnings ratio of 24.70.
Based on the Price/Earnings ratio, MC is valued a bit more expensive than the industry average as 63.83% of the companies are valued more cheaply.
MC is valuated at similar levels of the S&P average when we compare the Price/Earnings ratio to 26.92, which is the current average of the S&P500 Index.
A Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 21.95 indicates a rather expensive valuation of MC.
Compared to the rest of the industry, the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of MC is on the same level as its industry peers.
MC's Price/Forward Earnings ratio indicates a similar valuation than the S&P500 average which is at 23.57.
Industry RankSector Rank
PE 24.7
Fwd PE 21.95
MC Price Earnings VS Forward Price EarningsMC Price Earnings VS Forward Price Earnings ChartPrice Earnings - Forward Price Earnings PE FPE 10 20 30 40

4.2 Price Multiples

Based on the Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio, MC is valued a bit cheaper than the industry average as 73.62% of the companies are valued more expensively.
MC's Price/Free Cash Flow ratio is a bit cheaper when compared to the industry. MC is cheaper than 73.62% of the companies in the same industry.
Industry RankSector Rank
P/FCF 11.16
EV/EBITDA 19.8
MC Per share dataMC EPS, Sales, OCF, FCF, BookValue per sharePer Share Data Per Share 5 10 15

4.3 Compensation for Growth

MC's low PEG Ratio(NY), which compensates the Price/Earnings for growth, indicates a rather cheap valuation of the company.
MC's earnings are expected to grow with 32.40% in the coming years. This may justify a more expensive valuation.
PEG (NY)0.48
PEG (5Y)N/A
EPS Next 2Y37.41%
EPS Next 3Y32.4%

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5. Dividend

5.1 Amount

MC has a Yearly Dividend Yield of 3.78%.
Compared to an average industry Dividend Yield of 6.39, MC has a dividend in line with its industry peers.
Compared to an average S&P500 Dividend Yield of 1.94, MC pays a better dividend.
Industry RankSector Rank
Dividend Yield 3.78%

5.2 History

The dividend of MC decreases each year by -6.83%.
MC has been paying a dividend for at least 10 years, so it has a reliable track record.
MC has decreased its dividend in the last 3 years.
Dividend Growth(5Y)-6.83%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years2
MC Yearly Dividends per shareMC Yearly Dividends per shareYearly Dividends per share 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2 4 6

5.3 Sustainability

85.89% of the earnings are spent on dividend by MC. This is not a sustainable payout ratio.
DP85.89%
EPS Next 2Y37.41%
EPS Next 3Y32.4%
MC Yearly Income VS Free CF VS DividendMC Yearly Income VS Free CF VS DividendYearly Income VS Free CF VS Dividend 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 200M 400M 600M 800M
MC Dividend Payout.MC Dividend Payout, showing the Payout Ratio.MC Dividend Payout.PayoutRetained Earnings

MOELIS & CO - CLASS A

NYSE:MC (1/7/2026, 8:04:00 PM)

After market: 74.59 0 (0%)

74.59

-2 (-2.61%)

Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorFinancials
GICS IndustryGroupFinancial Services
GICS IndustryCapital Markets
Earnings (Last)10-29 2025-10-29/amc
Earnings (Next)02-03 2026-02-03/amc
Inst Owners104.77%
Inst Owner Change0%
Ins Owners0.94%
Ins Owner Change-0.98%
Market Cap5.84B
Revenue(TTM)1.47B
Net Income(TTM)234.57M
Analysts72.22
Price Target77.52 (3.93%)
Short Float %6.58%
Short Ratio5.56
Dividend
Industry RankSector Rank
Dividend Yield 3.78%
Yearly Dividend2.52
Dividend Growth(5Y)-6.83%
DP85.89%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years2
Ex-DateN/A
Surprises & Revisions
EPS beat(2)2
Avg EPS beat(2)27.52%
Min EPS beat(2)14.05%
Max EPS beat(2)40.98%
EPS beat(4)4
Avg EPS beat(4)50.79%
Min EPS beat(4)11.91%
Max EPS beat(4)136.21%
EPS beat(8)8
Avg EPS beat(8)47.62%
EPS beat(12)8
Avg EPS beat(12)-46.23%
EPS beat(16)11
Avg EPS beat(16)-31.98%
Revenue beat(2)1
Avg Revenue beat(2)6.49%
Min Revenue beat(2)-2.92%
Max Revenue beat(2)15.9%
Revenue beat(4)2
Avg Revenue beat(4)9.37%
Min Revenue beat(4)-2.92%
Max Revenue beat(4)25.05%
Revenue beat(8)4
Avg Revenue beat(8)6.29%
Revenue beat(12)5
Avg Revenue beat(12)3.89%
Revenue beat(16)8
Avg Revenue beat(16)4.39%
PT rev (1m)4.43%
PT rev (3m)5.26%
EPS NQ rev (1m)0.24%
EPS NQ rev (3m)-3%
EPS NY rev (1m)-0.23%
EPS NY rev (3m)5.17%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)2.58%
Revenue NQ rev (3m)0.88%
Revenue NY rev (1m)-0.13%
Revenue NY rev (3m)0.86%
Valuation
Industry RankSector Rank
PE 24.7
Fwd PE 21.95
P/S 3.98
P/FCF 11.16
P/OCF 10.57
P/B 10.92
P/tB 10.92
EV/EBITDA 19.8
EPS(TTM)3.02
EY4.05%
EPS(NY)3.4
Fwd EY4.56%
FCF(TTM)6.68
FCFY8.96%
OCF(TTM)7.06
OCFY9.46%
SpS18.74
BVpS6.83
TBVpS6.83
PEG (NY)0.48
PEG (5Y)N/A
Graham Number21.55
Profitability
Industry RankSector Rank
ROA 15.46%
ROE 43.84%
ROCE 30.12%
ROIC 23.27%
ROICexc 33.52%
ROICexgc 33.52%
OM 18.9%
PM (TTM) 15.98%
GM N/A
FCFM 35.67%
ROA(3y)6.71%
ROA(5y)11.71%
ROE(3y)19.2%
ROE(5y)33.91%
ROIC(3y)N/A
ROIC(5y)N/A
ROICexc(3y)N/A
ROICexc(5y)N/A
ROICexgc(3y)N/A
ROICexgc(5y)N/A
ROCE(3y)N/A
ROCE(5y)N/A
ROICexgc growth 3Y-36.24%
ROICexgc growth 5Y16.98%
ROICexc growth 3Y-36.24%
ROICexc growth 5Y16.98%
OM growth 3Y-23.38%
OM growth 5Y-1.15%
PM growth 3Y-21.68%
PM growth 5Y-4.16%
GM growth 3YN/A
GM growth 5YN/A
F-Score9
Asset Turnover0.97
Health
Industry RankSector Rank
Debt/Equity 0
Debt/FCF 0
Debt/EBITDA 0
Cap/Depr 259.8%
Cap/Sales 2.01%
Interest Coverage 250
Cash Conversion 191.5%
Profit Quality 223.14%
Current Ratio 0.71
Quick Ratio 0.71
Altman-Z 4.32
F-Score9
WACCN/A
ROIC/WACCN/A
Cap/Depr(3y)130.5%
Cap/Depr(5y)297.05%
Cap/Sales(3y)1.19%
Cap/Sales(5y)1.79%
Profit Quality(3y)N/A
Profit Quality(5y)N/A
High Growth Momentum
Growth
EPS 1Y (TTM)439.29%
EPS 3Y-30.66%
EPS 5Y-0.55%
EPS Q2Q%204.55%
EPS Next Y51.99%
EPS Next 2Y37.41%
EPS Next 3Y32.4%
EPS Next 5YN/A
Revenue 1Y (TTM)51.19%
Revenue growth 3Y-8.13%
Revenue growth 5Y9.86%
Sales Q2Q%30.37%
Revenue Next Year33.51%
Revenue Next 2Y25.12%
Revenue Next 3Y21.89%
Revenue Next 5YN/A
EBIT growth 1Y764.47%
EBIT growth 3Y-29.61%
EBIT growth 5Y8.6%
EBIT Next Year177.29%
EBIT Next 3Y73.25%
EBIT Next 5YN/A
FCF growth 1Y211.56%
FCF growth 3Y-23.3%
FCF growth 5Y15.42%
OCF growth 1Y204.63%
OCF growth 3Y-23.02%
OCF growth 5Y15.35%

MOELIS & CO - CLASS A / MC FAQ

What is the ChartMill fundamental rating of MOELIS & CO - CLASS A (MC) stock?

ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 5 / 10 to MC.


What is the valuation status for MC stock?

ChartMill assigns a valuation rating of 4 / 10 to MOELIS & CO - CLASS A (MC). This can be considered as Fairly Valued.


What is the profitability of MC stock?

MOELIS & CO - CLASS A (MC) has a profitability rating of 5 / 10.


What is the valuation of MOELIS & CO - CLASS A based on its PE and PB ratios?

The Price/Earnings (PE) ratio for MOELIS & CO - CLASS A (MC) is 24.7 and the Price/Book (PB) ratio is 10.92.


What is the expected EPS growth for MOELIS & CO - CLASS A (MC) stock?

The Earnings per Share (EPS) of MOELIS & CO - CLASS A (MC) is expected to grow by 51.99% in the next year.