Freightways Group (ASX:FRW) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 01, 2026)


ASX:FRW Freightways Group Ltd ASX:FRW
71 GF Score
Price A$11.43
GF Value A$9.80
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Freightways Group Moat Score?

Freightways Group ASX:FRW +0.18% 71 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 01, 2026. GuruFocus rates ASX:FRW with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of A$9.80 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,057 Transportation companies, Freightways Group ranks better than 93.38% on this metric.

Freightways Group has the Moat Score of 5, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Freightways Group has Narrow Moat: Freightways Group Ltd has a solid narrow moat due to its strong market position in logistics and courier services in New Zealand. It benefits from economies of scale and a robust distribution network. However, it lacks significant global reach and brand strength to warrant a wide moat classification.

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 Freightways Group might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Freightways Group  (ASX:FRW) 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

Freightways Group Moat Score Related Terms

ASX:FRW vs UPS, FDX, JBHT: Moat Score Comparison

For the Integrated Freight & Logistics subindustry, Freightways Group'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.

Freightways Group Moat Score vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Freightways Group's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Freightways Group (ASX:FRW) has a Moat Score of 5 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, Freightways Group ranks #70 out of 1057 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 6.6%.
Is Freightways Group's Moat Score too high?
Freightways Group's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Freightways Group ranks #70 out of 1057 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Freightways Group has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Freightways Group's Moat Score compare to UPS and FDX?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Freightways Group ranks #70 out of 1057 companies for Moat Score. This places Freightways Group in the top 7% 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 Transportation company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Transportation 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. Freightways Group's current Moat Score is 5. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Freightways Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Freightways Group (ASX:FRW) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$9.80, compared to a current price of A$11.43 — trading 16.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Freightways Group's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 8 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 Freightways Group (ASX:FRW), the current Moat Score is 5 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 Freightways Group (ASX:FRW) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Freightways Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of A$11.43 is trading 16.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of A$9.80. GuruFocus considers Freightways Group to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for ASX:FRW:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: A$9.80 vs. price of A$11.43 (16.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 71/100 with 8 warning signs

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

Freightways Group Business Description

Other Exchanges FRW:New Zealand
Address 32 Botha Road, Penrose, Auckland, NTL, NZL, DX CX10120
Freightways Group Ltd is a provider of express package services throughout New Zealand and Australia. The company is organized into three reportable segments: Express Package and Business Mail, Information Management, and Corporate and others. The Express Package and Business Mail segment covers network courier, point-to-point courier, and postal services. Information management comprises secure paper-based and electronic business information management services. Corporate and other comprises corporate, financing, and property management services. Key revenue is derived from the Express Package and Business Mail divisions.
71GF Score

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