CAR (Avis Budget Group) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jun. 30, 2026)


CAR Avis Budget Group Inc CAR
75 GF Score
Price $148.08
GF Value $131.03
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 9 Warning Signs
View Full Analysis

What is Avis Budget Group Moat Score?

Avis Budget Group CAR -4.75% 75 Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 30, 2026. GuruFocus rates CAR with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of $131.03 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,094 Business Services companies, Avis Budget Group ranks better than 95.98% on this metric.

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

Avis Budget Group has Narrow Moat: Avis Budget Group Inc has a solid narrow moat due to its strong brand, extensive distribution network, and economies of scale. However, intense competition in the car rental industry limits its pricing power.

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 Avis Budget Group might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Avis Budget Group  (NAS:CAR) 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

Avis Budget Group Moat Score Related Terms

CAR vs GATX, WSC, EQPT: Moat Score Comparison

For the Rental & Leasing Services subindustry, Avis Budget 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.

Avis Budget Group Moat Score vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Avis Budget Group's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


CAR
75GF Score
Avis Budget Group Inc CAR
Moat Score is just one metric. See GF Score™, valuation, warning signs, and more.
View Full Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Avis Budget Group (CAR) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jun. 30, 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, Avis Budget Group ranks #44 out of 1094 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 4%.
Is Avis Budget Group's Moat Score too high?
Avis Budget Group's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Avis Budget Group ranks #44 out of 1094 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Avis Budget Group has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Avis Budget Group's Moat Score compare to GATX and WSC?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Avis Budget Group ranks #44 out of 1094 companies for Moat Score. This places Avis Budget Group in the top 4% 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 Business Services company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Business Services 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. Avis Budget 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 Avis Budget Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Avis Budget Group (CAR) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $131.03, compared to a current price of $148.08 — trading 13% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Avis Budget Group's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 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 Avis Budget Group (CAR), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 30, 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 Avis Budget Group (CAR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Avis Budget Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $148.08 is trading 13% above its estimated GF Value™ of $131.03. GuruFocus considers Avis Budget Group to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for CAR:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: $131.03 vs. price of $148.08 (13% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 9 warning signs

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

Avis Budget Group Business Description

Address 379 Interpace Parkway, Parsippany, NJ, USA, 07054
Avis Budget Group Inc is a provider of mobility solutions through its three brands Avis, Budget and Zipcar, as well as several other brands, well recognized in their respective markets. Its brands offer a range of options, from car and truck rental to car sharing. The company operates in two reportable business segments: Americas - (i) vehicle rental operations in North America, South America, Central America and the Caribbean, (ii) car sharing operations in certain of these markets, and (iii) licensees in the areas in which do not operate directly. International - consisting of (i) vehicle rental operations in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Australasia, (ii) car sharing operations in certain of these markets, and (iii) licensees in the areas in which do not operate directly.
75GF Score

Get the complete analysis for CAR

Moat Score is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.

$148.08
Price
$131.03
GF Value