QBE Insurance Group (ASX:QBE) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Jul. 04, 2026)


ASX:QBE QBE Insurance Group Ltd ASX:QBE
77 GF Score
Price A$24.83
GF Value A$20.35
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is QBE Insurance Group Moat Score?

QBE Insurance Group ASX:QBE -1.00% 77 Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 04, 2026. GuruFocus rates ASX:QBE with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of A$20.35 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 599 Insurance companies, QBE Insurance Group ranks better than 79.63% on this metric.

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

QBE Insurance Group has Narrow Moat: QBE Insurance has a discernible but modest moat due to its global presence and brand recognition. It benefits from economies of scale and some regulatory barriers, but intense competition and limited customer switching costs constrain its moat strength.

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 QBE Insurance Group might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

QBE Insurance Group  (ASX:QBE) 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

QBE Insurance Group Moat Score Related Terms

ASX:QBE vs CB, PGR, TRV: Moat Score Comparison

For the Insurance - Property & Casualty subindustry, QBE Insurance 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.

QBE Insurance Group Moat Score vs Insurance Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where QBE Insurance Group'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?
QBE Insurance Group (ASX:QBE) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Jul. 04, 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, QBE Insurance Group ranks #122 out of 599 companies in the Insurance industry, placing it in the top 20.4%.
Is QBE Insurance Group's Moat Score too high?
QBE Insurance Group's current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, QBE Insurance Group ranks #122 out of 599 companies in the Insurance industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, QBE Insurance Group has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does QBE Insurance Group's Moat Score compare to CB and PGR?
According to the Insurance industry distribution chart, QBE Insurance Group ranks #122 out of 599 companies for Moat Score. This places QBE Insurance Group in the top 20% 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 an Insurance company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Insurance 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. QBE Insurance Group'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 QBE Insurance Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, QBE Insurance Group (ASX:QBE) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$20.35, compared to a current price of A$24.83 — trading 22% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. QBE Insurance Group's overall GF Score™ is 77/100 with 6 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 QBE Insurance Group (ASX:QBE), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 04, 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 QBE Insurance Group (ASX:QBE) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, QBE Insurance Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of A$24.83 is trading 22% above its estimated GF Value™ of A$20.35. GuruFocus considers QBE Insurance Group to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for ASX:QBE:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: A$20.35 vs. price of A$24.83 (22% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 77/100 with 6 warning signs

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

QBE Insurance Group Business Description

Address 388 George Street, Level 18, Sydney, NSW, AUS, 2000
QBE Insurance is an international property and casualty insurance company. QBE Insurance offers a number of personal, commercial, and specialty lines, including property, auto insurance, agriculture, public/product liability, professional indemnity, workers compensation, marine, energy and aviation, and accident and health.
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