Ayala (AYALY) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 01, 2026)


AYALY Ayala Corp AYALY
84 GF Score
Price $7.08
GF Value $11.10
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Ayala Moat Score?

Ayala AYALY +11.65% 84 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 01, 2026. GuruFocus rates AYALY with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of $11.10 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 619 Conglomerates companies, Ayala ranks better than 97.9% on this metric.

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

Ayala has Narrow Moat: Ayala Corp possesses a strong narrow moat with diversified business operations, brand strength, and a robust distribution network. However, it faces competitive pressures and lacks significant regulatory barriers or exclusive licenses.

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

Ayala  (OTCPK:AYALY) 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

Ayala Moat Score Related Terms

AYALY vs HON, MMM: Moat Score Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, Ayala'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.

Ayala Moat Score vs Conglomerates Industry

For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, Ayala's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Ayala'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?
Ayala (AYALY) has a Moat Score of 6 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, Ayala ranks #13 out of 619 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 2.1%.
Is Ayala's Moat Score too high?
Ayala's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Ayala ranks #13 out of 619 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Ayala has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ayala's Moat Score compare to HON and MMM?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, Ayala ranks #13 out of 619 companies for Moat Score. This places Ayala in the top 2% 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 Conglomerates company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Conglomerates 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. Ayala'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 Ayala stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ayala (AYALY) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $11.10, compared to a current price of $7.08 — trading 36.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Ayala's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 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 Ayala (AYALY), the current Moat Score is 6 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 Ayala (AYALY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ayala stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $7.08 is trading 36.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $11.10. GuruFocus considers Ayala to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for AYALY:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: $11.10 vs. price of $7.08 (36.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 6 warning signs

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

Ayala Business Description

Other Exchanges AYYLF:USAAC:Philippines
Address Paseo de Roxas corner, Makati Avenue, 37th Floor to 39th Floor, Ayala Triangle Gardens Tower 2, Makati, PHL, 1226
Ayala Corporation is a general real estate company. The group is organized into a variety of business units. Ayala's real estate business is predominantly conducted through its subsidiary, Ayala Land, Inc. Its involvement in financial services is through an affiliate, the Bank of the Philippine Islands. The group's business has the following main segments: Parent Company; Real estate and hotels; Financial services and insurance; Telecommunications; Industrial Technologies; Power Generation; and Automotive and Others. It derives maximum revenue from Real Estate and hotels segment. The group geographically, operates in Philippines, Europe, Asia, and USA, of which it derives maximum revenue from Philippines.
84GF Score

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