CSHR (CoinShares) Moat Score: 3/10 (As of Aug. 02, 2026)

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CSHR CoinShares PLC CSHR
69 GF Score
Price $4.87
GF Value $14.26
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is CoinShares Moat Score?

CoinShares CSHR +14.75% 69 Moat Score is 3 as of Aug. 02, 2026. GuruFocus rates CSHR with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of $14.26 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 837 Capital Markets companies, CoinShares ranks better than 89.84% on this metric.

CoinShares has the Moat Score of 3, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

CoinShares has No Moat: CoinShares operates in the highly competitive and volatile cryptocurrency market with limited regulatory barriers and low customer switching costs. While it has some intellectual property, the lack of strong brand loyalty or durable cost advantages results in a very weak competitive position.

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 CoinShares might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

CoinShares  (NAS:CSHR) 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

CoinShares Moat Score Related Terms

CSHR vs GEMI, BTGO, CNCK: Moat Score Comparison

For the Capital Markets subindustry, CoinShares'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.

CoinShares Moat Score vs Capital Markets Industry

For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, CoinShares's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


CSHR
69GF Score
CoinShares PLC CSHR
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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 3 mean?
CoinShares (CSHR) has a Moat Score of 3 as of Aug. 02, 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, CoinShares ranks #85 out of 837 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 10.2%.
Is CoinShares' Moat Score too high?
CoinShares' current Moat Score is 3. Based on the distribution chart, CoinShares ranks #85 out of 837 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, CoinShares has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CoinShares' Moat Score compare to GEMI and BTGO?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, CoinShares ranks #85 out of 837 companies for Moat Score. This places CoinShares in the top 10% 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 Capital Markets company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Capital Markets 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. CoinShares's current Moat Score is 3. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is CoinShares stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CoinShares (CSHR) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $14.26, compared to a current price of $4.87 — trading 65.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 3. CoinShares' overall GF Score™ is 69/100 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 CoinShares (CSHR), the current Moat Score is 3 as of Aug. 02, 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 CoinShares (CSHR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CoinShares stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $4.87 is trading 65.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $14.26. GuruFocus considers CoinShares to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for CSHR:

  • Moat Score: 3
  • GF Value™: $14.26 vs. price of $4.87 (65.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 6 warning signs

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

CoinShares Business Description

Other Exchanges Y2U:Germany
Address 2 Hill Street, Saint Helier, JEY, JE2 4UA
CoinShares PLC is the European digital asset manager that delivers a broad range of financial services across investment management, trading, and securities to a wide array of clients that include corporations, financial institutions, and individuals.
69GF Score

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$14.26
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