Moody’s Corporation (MCO) is a premier provider of financial intelligence worldwide, structured around Moody’s Investors Service and Moody’s Analytics. The company has a market capitalization of $87.56 billion, which classifies the company as a “large-cap” stock. Moody’s Investors Service provides impartial credit evaluations, in-depth research, and tools to assess the creditworthiness of debt securities, governments, corporations, and institutions, helping investors evaluate credit reliability. More New ...

Core Insights - Technology is significantly transforming the finance sector, leading to a redefinition of the "finance professional" role as organizations adapt to new tools and evolving needs [1] Talent and Skills Development - A Deloitte survey of 1,326 finance leaders revealed that nearly two-thirds plan to enhance technical skills within their teams by fiscal year 2026 [1] - The finance sector is facing a talent shortage, with a 27% decline in CPA exam candidates over the past decade and a decrease in accounting graduates [3] - Approximately 75% of accounting professionals are nearing retirement, creating further challenges in workforce sustainability [3] Technical Skills Prioritization - 64% of surveyed finance leaders identified technical skills, particularly AI/automation and data analysis/technology integration, as top development priorities [4] - Core business skills such as strategic decision-making and regulatory compliance are considered lower priorities for development [5] Talent Acquisition Strategies - To address talent shortages, 35% of finance departments are considering candidates with non-traditional backgrounds, while 28% are insourcing talent from other departments [5] AI Adoption and Value Realization - While 64% of finance leaders report full deployment of AI, only 21% are experiencing clear, measurable value from these investments [6] - Many organizations are struggling to leverage AI effectively due to legacy infrastructure issues [7]