Macquarie Group (ASX:MQG) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 05, 2026)


ASX:MQG Macquarie Group Ltd ASX:MQG
77 GF Score
Price A$251.65
GF Value A$317.45
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is Macquarie Group Moat Score?

Macquarie Group ASX:MQG +0.56% 77 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 05, 2026. GuruFocus rates ASX:MQG with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of A$317.45 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 840 Capital Markets companies, Macquarie Group ranks better than 97.5% on this metric.

Macquarie Group has the Moat Score of 6, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Macquarie Group has Narrow Moat: Macquarie Group has a strong narrow moat due to its diversified financial services, strong brand, and economies of scale. Its global presence and expertise in infrastructure and asset management provide a competitive edge, though it faces competition from other financial institutions, limiting its moat to narrow.

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 Macquarie Group might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Macquarie Group  (ASX:MQG) 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

Macquarie Group Moat Score Related Terms

ASX:MQG vs MS, GS, SCHW: Moat Score Comparison

For the Capital Markets subindustry, Macquarie 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.

Macquarie Group Moat Score vs Capital Markets Industry

For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, Macquarie Group's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Macquarie Group (ASX:MQG) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jul. 05, 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, Macquarie Group ranks #21 out of 840 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 2.5%.
Is Macquarie Group's Moat Score too high?
Macquarie Group's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Macquarie Group ranks #21 out of 840 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Macquarie Group has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Macquarie Group's Moat Score compare to MS and GS?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, Macquarie Group ranks #21 out of 840 companies for Moat Score. This places Macquarie Group in the top 3% 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 Capital Markets company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Capital Markets 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. Macquarie Group's current Moat Score is 6. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Macquarie Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Macquarie Group (ASX:MQG) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$317.45, compared to a current price of A$251.65 — trading 20.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Macquarie Group's overall GF Score™ is 77/100 with 9 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 Macquarie Group (ASX:MQG), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 05, 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 Macquarie Group (ASX:MQG) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Macquarie Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of A$251.65 is trading 20.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$317.45. GuruFocus considers Macquarie Group to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ASX:MQG:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: A$317.45 vs. price of A$251.65 (20.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 77/100 with 9 warning signs

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

Macquarie Group Business Description

Address 1 Elizabeth Street, Level 1, Sydney, NSW, AUS, 2000
Macquarie Group began trading in 1969 as Hill Samuel Australia, obtained its bank licence in 1985, and listed in 1996. It's Australia's only sizable listed investment bank, now internationally diversified, operating in asset management, banking and wealth, risk and capital solutions, and advisory.
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