Press release
February 16, 2026
Moody’s Establishes Regional Headquarters in Saudi Arabia, Deepening Presence in Region
Moodys Corp /De/ (MCO)
Moody’s Corporation (NYSE: MCO) announced today that it has established a regional headquarters (RHQ) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, reflecting Moody’s ongoing commitment to support the development of the Kingdom’s capital markets and economy. This investment aligns to the Kingdom's Vision 2030 initiative, and underscores its dynamism and growth. The new RHQ marks an expansion of Moody’s presence in Saudi Arabia, where the company first opened an office in 2018, and reflects its longstanding commitment to the Middle East. The headquarters will strengthen Moody’s engagement with Saudi institutions and enable broader access to Moody’s decision‑grade data, analytics and insights. “Our decision to establish a regional headquarters in Riyadh reflects our confidence in Saudi Arabia’s strong economic momentum, as well as our commitment to helping domestic and international investors unlock opportunities with our expertise and insights,” said Rob Fauber, President and Chief Executive Officer of