Watches of Switzerland Group (CHIX:WOSGL) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 28, 2026)


CHIX:WOSGL Watches of Switzerland Group PLC CHIX:WOSGL
87 GF Score
Price £7.03
GF Value £5.47
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Watches of Switzerland Group Moat Score?

Watches of Switzerland Group CHIX:WOSGL -0.39% 87 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 28, 2026. GuruFocus rates CHIX:WOSGL with a GF Score™ of 87/100 and a GF Value™ of £5.47 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,118 Retail - Cyclical companies, Watches of Switzerland Group ranks better than 97.85% on this metric.

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

Watches of Switzerland Group has Narrow Moat: Watches of Switzerland Group PLC has a strong narrow moat due to its brand strength and customer loyalty in the luxury watch market. It benefits from a superior distribution network and some pricing power, but faces competition from other luxury retailers.

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 Watches of Switzerland Group might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Watches of Switzerland Group  (CHIX:WOSGl) 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

Watches of Switzerland Group Moat Score Related Terms

CHIX:WOSGL vs TPR, SIG: Moat Score Comparison

For the Luxury Goods subindustry, Watches of Switzerland 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.

Watches of Switzerland Group Moat Score vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Watches of Switzerland Group's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Watches of Switzerland Group's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Watches of Switzerland Group (CHIX:WOSGL) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jun. 28, 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, Watches of Switzerland Group ranks #24 out of 1118 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 2.1%.
Is Watches of Switzerland Group's Moat Score too high?
Watches of Switzerland Group's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Watches of Switzerland Group ranks #24 out of 1118 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Watches of Switzerland Group has a GF Score™ of 87/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Watches of Switzerland Group's Moat Score compare to TPR and SIG?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Watches of Switzerland Group ranks #24 out of 1118 companies for Moat Score. This places Watches of Switzerland Group 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Retail - Cyclical 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. Watches of Switzerland Group'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 Watches of Switzerland Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Watches of Switzerland Group (CHIX:WOSGL) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £5.47, compared to a current price of £7.03 — trading 28.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Watches of Switzerland Group's overall GF Score™ is 87/100 with 5 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 Watches of Switzerland Group (CHIX:WOSGL), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 28, 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 Watches of Switzerland Group (CHIX:WOSGL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Watches of Switzerland Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of £7.03 is trading 28.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of £5.47. GuruFocus considers Watches of Switzerland Group to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:WOSGL:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: £5.47 vs. price of £7.03 (28.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 87/100 with 5 warning signs

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

Watches of Switzerland Group Business Description

Other Exchanges WOSGF:USAWOSG:UK5WS:Germany
Address 2 Elland Road, Aurum House, Braunstone, Leicester, GBR, LE3 1TT
Watches of Switzerland Group PLC is a retailer of luxury watches and jewellerys in the United Kingdom. Other than luxury watch offerings, the company also offers luxury jewellery, fashion, and classic watches and a range of watch and jewellery aftercare services. The company's geographical segments are the United Kingdom and Europe, and the United States, of which the majority of the revenue comes from the United Kingdom and Europe segment.
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