Moody’s Corporation, a prominent credit rating, research, and risk analysis firm based in New York, United States, recently filed a Rule 144 notice with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This filing, dated September 1, 2026, disclosed insider transactions involving the company’s common stock. The notice revealed that Robert Fauber, an officer and director of Moody’s Corp, sold 1,467 shares through Fidelity Brokerage Services. The gross proceeds from these sales over the past three months have shown a slight upward trend, indicating a positive movement in the stock’s performance.
In addition to the sale, the filing detailed two other transactions: a restricted-stock vesting of 300 shares and a stock-option exercise of 1,167 shares, both of which were acquired directly from the issuer. These transactions highlight the ongoing activities related to stock options and restricted stock units within the company, reflecting typical corporate practices for compensating and incentivizing key personnel.
Moody’s Corporation, listed on the New York Stock Exchange, operates within the Financials sector, specifically in the Capital Markets industry. As of August 31, 2026, the company’s close price stood at $494.71, with a 52-week high of $546.88 recorded on January 14, 2026, and a 52-week low of $402.28 on February 11, 2026. The company boasts a substantial market capitalization of approximately $85.67 billion USD and a price-to-earnings ratio of 32.05.
Founded as a credit rating agency, Moody’s Corporation offers a comprehensive suite of services, including credit ratings, research, data and analytical tools, quantitative credit risk measures, risk scoring software, credit portfolio management solutions, and securities pricing software and valuation models. These offerings are detailed on their official website, www.moodys.com .
The filing of the Rule 144 notice underscores Moody’s Corporation’s adherence to SEC disclosure requirements for insider transactions, ensuring transparency and compliance with regulatory standards. This continued compliance is crucial for maintaining investor confidence and upholding the integrity of the company’s financial practices.
Moody’s Corporation’s initial public offering (IPO) took place on October 3, 2000, marking the beginning of its journey as a publicly traded entity. Since then, the company has established itself as a key player in the capital markets, providing essential services to investors and financial institutions worldwide.
