AOCIF (AutoCanada) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Jul. 01, 2026)


AOCIF AutoCanada Inc AOCIF
68 GF Score
Price $15.40
GF Value $13.21
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is AutoCanada Moat Score?

AutoCanada AOCIF 68 Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 01, 2026. GuruFocus rates AOCIF with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of $13.21 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,317 Vehicles & Parts companies, AutoCanada ranks better than 90.36% on this metric.

AutoCanada has the Moat Score of 4, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

AutoCanada has Narrow Moat: AutoCanada Inc has a modest market presence with some brand recognition and customer loyalty. However, it lacks significant cost advantages, intellectual property, or regulatory barriers to establish a stronger moat.

Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more.

The company's Moat Score is based on these criteria:

1. Market leadership and sustainable market share
2. Network effects and significant customer switching costs
3. Valuable intellectual property and patents
4. Strong brand strength and deep customer loyalty
5. Durable cost advantages (e.g., economies of scale, proprietary technology)
6. Significant regulatory barriers and exclusive licenses
7. Superior distribution network
8. Strong and sustainable pricing power
9. Consistent and impactful innovation and R&D capabilities

Based on the research, GuruFocus believes AutoCanada might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

AutoCanada  (OTCPK:AOCIF) Moat Score Explanation

The Moat Score ranges from 0 to 10, with 10 as the highest. GuruFocus divided Moat Score into following 8 categories:

Moat Score Moat Level
10Wide Moat - Exceptionally dominant and durable wide moat
8 - 9Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat
7Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages
6Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide
5Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat
4Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat
1 - 3No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages
0No Moat - No discernible moat

AutoCanada Moat Score Related Terms

AOCIF vs CVNA, PAG, ALTB: Moat Score Comparison

For the Auto & Truck Dealerships subindustry, AutoCanada's Moat Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Moat Score data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

AutoCanada Moat Score vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, AutoCanada's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where AutoCanada's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
AutoCanada (AOCIF) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Jul. 01, 2026. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. According to the industry distribution chart, AutoCanada ranks #127 out of 1317 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 9.6%.
Is AutoCanada's Moat Score too high?
AutoCanada's current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, AutoCanada ranks #127 out of 1317 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, AutoCanada has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does AutoCanada's Moat Score compare to CVNA and PAG?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, AutoCanada ranks #127 out of 1317 companies for Moat Score. This places AutoCanada in the top 10% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Moat Score for a Vehicles & Parts company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Vehicles & Parts industry context. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Moat Score mean?
A high Moat Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. AutoCanada's current Moat Score is 4. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is AutoCanada stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, AutoCanada (AOCIF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $13.21, compared to a current price of $15.40 — trading 16.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. AutoCanada's overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Moat Score calculated?
Moat Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For AutoCanada (AOCIF), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 01, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is AutoCanada (AOCIF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, AutoCanada stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $15.40 is trading 16.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $13.21. GuruFocus considers AutoCanada to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for AOCIF:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: $13.21 vs. price of $15.40 (16.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 68/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the AOCIF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

AutoCanada Business Description

Other Exchanges ACQ:Canada
Address 15511 123 Avenue NW, Suite 200, Edmonton, AB, CAN, T5V 0C3
AutoCanada Inc operates car dealerships in Canada. The company offers a diversified range of automotive products and services, including new vehicles, used vehicles, vehicle leasing, vehicle parts, vehicle maintenance and collision repair services, extended service contracts, vehicle protection products, after-market products, and auction services. In addition, it also arranges financing and insurance for vehicle purchases by its customers through third-party finance and insurance sources. Maximum revenue for the company is generated through the sale of used cars. The company's reportable segments are Canadian Operations and U.S. Operations. A majority of its revenue is generated from its Canadian operations segment.
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