Moelis Q2 revenue rises 12% to $409.4 million; GAAP EPS $0.62 vs $0.53
Moelis & Company reported second-quarter 2026 revenue of $409.4 million, up 12% from the prior year, and GAAP diluted earnings of $0.62 per share versus $0.53. For the first half, revenue rose 9% to $729.2 million, but GAAP diluted earnings fell to $1.10 per share from $1.17, with tax benefits from share-based award settlements affecting both periods. The board declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.65 per share.
Key points
- Q2 2026 revenue of $409.4 million, up 12%, attributed to higher average fees earned per completed transaction
- Q2 2026 GAAP diluted EPS of $0.62 vs $0.53 a year earlier; Adjusted diluted EPS of $0.63 vs $0.53
- First half 2026 GAAP diluted EPS of $1.10 vs $1.17 a year earlier, while first half revenue rose 9% to $729.2 million
- Quarterly dividend of $0.65 per share, payable September 17, 2026, to holders of record on August 10, 2026
The filing
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