The earnings call reflects a strong financial performance with record revenues and a positive market outlook. Strategic investments and a strong balance sheet position Moelis & Company well for future growth, despite some temporary disruptions earlier in the year.
Company Guidance
During the Moelis & Company earnings call for Q2 2025, the firm reported a notable 38% increase in revenues, reaching $365 million, marking their highest second-quarter revenues on record. This growth was primarily driven by advancements in M&A and capital markets, contributing to a 39% rise in first-half revenues to $672 million compared to the prior year. The company's compensation expense ratio was maintained at 69%, with non-compensation expenses at 14.4%. Moelis anticipates a 15% growth in full-year non-compensation expenses. Their corporate tax rate stood at 29.5%, and the Board declared a consistent quarterly dividend of $0.65 per share. The balance sheet remains robust, with $475 million in cash and liquid investments and no debt. Looking forward, Moelis aims to continue scaling their private capital advisory business, seeing it as a significant growth opportunity, while maintaining strong momentum across other business areas.
Record Revenue Growth
Moelis & Company reported $365 million in revenues for the second quarter, marking a 38% increase compared to the previous year and the highest second-quarter revenues on record. First-half revenues were $672 million, up 39% from the prior year.
Strong Balance Sheet
The company maintains a strong balance sheet with cash and liquid investments totaling $475 million and no debt.
Positive Market Outlook
The company sees a significantly improved transaction environment and strong momentum in capital markets, with investor risk appetite growing.
Strategic Hiring
During the second quarter, Moelis hired three leading private capital advisory bankers and a technology-focused MD, highlighting their ambition to build a premier platform in capital solutions.
CEO Transition
The company is undergoing a CEO transition, with Navid Mahmoodzadegan taking over, ensuring a focus on client service and growth.
Moelis (MC) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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Beat
Missed
MC Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Jul 24, 2025
$70.37
$69.73
-0.91%
Apr 23, 2025
$51.04
$51.49
+0.88%
Feb 05, 2025
$77.32
$78.80
+1.91%
Oct 23, 2024
$65.63
$64.40
-1.87%
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Moelis (MC) is schdueled to report earning on Oct 29, 2025, After Close (Confirmed).
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