Hays (CHIX:HASL) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jun. 30, 2026)


CHIX:HASL Hays PLC CHIX:HASL
42 GF Score
Price £0.33
GF Value £0.77
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is Hays Moat Score?

Hays CHIX:HASL -2.73% 42 Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 30, 2026. GuruFocus rates CHIX:HASL with a GF Score™ of 42/100 and a GF Value™ of £0.77 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,094 Business Services companies, Hays ranks better than 95.98% on this metric.

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

Hays has Narrow Moat: Hays PLC has a strong brand in recruitment services with some customer loyalty and network effects. However, the industry is competitive, and its advantages are limited, resulting in a solid narrow moat.

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 Hays might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Hays  (CHIX:HASl) 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

Hays Moat Score Related Terms

CHIX:HASL vs KFY, RHI, TNET: Moat Score Comparison

For the Staffing & Employment Services subindustry, Hays'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.

Hays Moat Score vs Business Services Industry

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

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


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Hays (CHIX:HASL) 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, Hays ranks #44 out of 1094 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 4%.
Is Hays' Moat Score too high?
Hays' current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Hays ranks #44 out of 1094 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Hays has a GF Score™ of 42/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hays' Moat Score compare to KFY and RHI?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Hays ranks #44 out of 1094 companies for Moat Score. This places Hays 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. Hays'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 Hays stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hays (CHIX:HASL) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is £0.77, compared to a current price of £0.33 — trading 57.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Hays' overall GF Score™ is 42/100 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 Hays (CHIX:HASL), 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 Hays (CHIX:HASL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hays stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of £0.33 is trading 57.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of £0.77. GuruFocus considers Hays to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:HASL:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: £0.77 vs. price of £0.33 (57.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 42/100 with 9 warning signs

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

Hays Business Description

Other Exchanges HAYPY:USAHAS:UKHAY:Germany
Address 107 Cheapside, 4th Floor, London, GBR, EC2V 6DN
Hays PLC is a recruitment company, providing staffing solutions across various sectors, including information technology, construction, finance, education, and healthcare. The company generates revenue prominently through fees for placing candidates in permanent, temporary, and contract roles. It also offers workforce solutions such as recruitment process outsourcing, managed service programs, and advisory services. Hays operates its business in four regions: Germany, the United Kingdom & Ireland, Australia & New Zealand, and the Rest of the World. Its business model focuses on matching skilled professionals with employer needs through a network of recruitment consultants and digital platforms, without owning physical labor assets.
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