BANL (CBL International) Moat Score: 2/10 (As of Jul. 06, 2026)


BANL CBL International Ltd BANL
70 GF Score
Price $0.40
GF Value $1.02
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is CBL International Moat Score?

CBL International BANL +6.29% 70 Moat Score is 2 as of Jul. 06, 2026. GuruFocus rates BANL with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.02 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,040 Oil & Gas companies, CBL International ranks better than 63.27% on this metric.

CBL International has the Moat Score of 2, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

CBL International has No Moat: CBL International Ltd has limited competitive advantages with no significant market leadership, intellectual property, or regulatory barriers, resulting in a very weak moat in its industry.

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 CBL International might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

CBL International  (NAS:BANL) 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

CBL International Moat Score Related Terms

BANL vs MARPS, TOPS, RBNE: Moat Score Comparison

For the Oil & Gas Midstream subindustry, CBL International'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.

CBL International Moat Score vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, CBL International's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 2 mean?
CBL International (BANL) has a Moat Score of 2 as of Jul. 06, 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, CBL International ranks #382 out of 1040 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 36.7%.
Is CBL International's Moat Score too high?
CBL International's current Moat Score is 2. The Oil & Gas industry median Moat Score is 1.00. CBL International's value of 2 is 100% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, CBL International ranks #382 out of 1040 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, CBL International has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CBL International's Moat Score compare to MARPS and TOPS?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, CBL International ranks #382 out of 1040 companies for Moat Score. This puts CBL International in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Moat Score is 1.00. CBL International's value of 2 is 100% above this benchmark. 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 Oil & Gas company?
The median Moat Score among Oil & Gas companies is 1.00, based on 1,040 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Moat Score significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. CBL International's current Moat Score of 2 is 100% above the industry median. 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. For the Oil & Gas industry, the median Moat Score is 1.00 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. CBL International's current Moat Score is 2. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is CBL International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CBL International (BANL) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.02, compared to a current price of $0.40 — trading 60.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 2 and 100% above the Oil & Gas industry median of 1.00. CBL International's overall GF Score™ is 70/100 with 3 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 CBL International (BANL), the current Moat Score is 2 as of Jul. 06, 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 CBL International (BANL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CBL International stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $0.40 is trading 60.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $1.02. GuruFocus considers CBL International to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for BANL:

  • Moat Score: 2
  • GF Value™: $1.02 vs. price of $0.40 (60.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 70/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 100% above the Oil & Gas median (#382 of 1040)

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CBL International Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Address Level 23-2 Permata Sapura, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 50088
CBL International Ltd is a marine fuel logistics company that provides a one-stop solution for vessel refueling. In the bunkering industry, it is referred to as a bunkering facilitator. It facilitates vessel refueling between ship operators and local physical distributors/traders by purchasing marine fuel, including fossil fuel and alternative fuel, from its suppliers and arranging for the suppliers to deliver the fuel to the customers. The company's customer base comprises container liners, bulk carriers, and tankers. Geographically, the company generates a majority of its revenue from China, followed by Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, and other regions.
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