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overview

In a world where data is increasingly abundant, credible insight is rare. Moody’s capabilities enable informed decisions that promote progress.

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Our values guide our progress in a complex and evolving environment

We believe that more informed decisions are better decisions and that financial knowledge empowers people. We turn our beliefs into action by delivering the necessary inputs for informed decision-making that promote growth, sustainability and transparency.

OUR VALUES

Principled

We are united by a determination to act with integrity and make a positive impact on the global economy and in our local communities.

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Inclusive

We believe that diverse viewpoints lead to better decisions. Everyone’s opinion matters and everyone’s contributions are valued.

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Collaborative

We work across boundaries to bring the right ideas, people and resources together to deliver the best outcomes and adapt to a changing marketplace.

CAREERS AT MOODY'S

Forward-Thinking

Staying relevant in a changing world means looking to tomorrow with curiosity, optimism and energy. Our passion, collective imagination and intellect opens the door to a better future for our customers, our communities and the environment.

ESG AT MOODY'S

Rigorous

Our intellectual excellence sets us apart. We approach our work with the greatest care and hold ourselves to the highest standard, every day, because we know our work has impact.

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Moody’s is committed to a sustainable future

We continue to expand and enhance our efforts to integrate ESG best practices throughout our business and conduct ourselves in line with relevant, globally-recognized ESG and Sustainability frameworks.

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history

Founded in 1900, Moody’s insight and analysis has helped drive better decisions for over 100 years.

ESG AND SUSTAINABILITY MILESTONES

2019

MIS Analytical Offering

CSR / Disclosure

Corporate Finance Acquisitions

January

MIS publishes General Principles for Assessing Environmental, Social and Governance Risks

April

Acquires majority stake in Vigeo Eiris, global provider or ESG research and services

June

Becomes participant of UN Global Compact and signatory to Principles for Responsible Investment

July

Acquires majority stake in Four Twenty Seven, leading provider of climate risk assessments and tools

October

Joins Advisory Council of the Green Bond Principles and Social Bond Principles

Published inaugural SASB Index

October

Announces minority stake in SynTao Green Finance, leading service provider in green finance and responsible investment in China

November

Joins the Prince's Accounting for Sustainability (A4S) CFO Leadership Network

December

Commits to achieve net zero emissions via @PrinceA4S

Named Founder Member of the United Nations Global Compact CFO Taskforce for Sustainable Development Goals

Joins CDP's Report Services

2018

MIS Analytical Offering

CSR / Disclosure

Corporate Finance Acquisitions

March

Joins Ceres Company and Investor Networks

2017

MIS Analytical Offering

CSR / Disclosure

Corporate Finance Acquisitions

March

MIS launches specialized ESG analytical team

April

Becomes partner of the Climate Bond Initiative

September

Associate member of the Institutional Investors Group on Climate Change

December

Publishes inaugural Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosure (TCFD) Disclosure Report

2016

MIS Analytical Offering

CSR / Disclosure

Corporate Finance Acquisitions

March

Launches Moody's Investors Service (MIS) Green Bond Assessments, an independent third party assessment using a methodology that takes into account the Green Bond Principles

May

Joins the FSB Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD)

Founding member of Principles for Responsible Investment's ESG in Credit Risk and Ratings Initiative