Walker & Dunlop (FRA:5WD) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 01, 2026)


FRA:5WD Walker & Dunlop Inc FRA:5WD
65 GF Score
Price €46.80
GF Value €85.85
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Walker & Dunlop Moat Score?

Walker & Dunlop FRA:5WD -2.09% 65 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 01, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:5WD with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of €85.85 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,613 Banks companies, Walker & Dunlop ranks better than 94.05% on this metric.

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

Walker & Dunlop has Narrow Moat: Walker & Dunlop Inc has a solid narrow moat due to its strong brand in commercial real estate finance and some customer loyalty. However, it lacks significant regulatory barriers and intellectual property to elevate it to a wide 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 Walker & Dunlop might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Walker & Dunlop  (FRA:5WD) 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

Walker & Dunlop Moat Score Related Terms

FRA:5WD vs UWMC, VEL, LDI: Moat Score Comparison

For the Mortgage Finance subindustry, Walker & Dunlop'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.

Walker & Dunlop Moat Score vs Banks Industry

For the Banks industry and Financial Services sector, Walker & Dunlop's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Walker & Dunlop'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?
Walker & Dunlop (FRA:5WD) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jul. 01, 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, Walker & Dunlop ranks #96 out of 1613 companies in the Banks industry, placing it in the top 6%.
Is Walker & Dunlop's Moat Score too high?
Walker & Dunlop's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Walker & Dunlop ranks #96 out of 1613 companies in the Banks industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Walker & Dunlop has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Walker & Dunlop's Moat Score compare to UWMC and VEL?
According to the Banks industry distribution chart, Walker & Dunlop ranks #96 out of 1613 companies for Moat Score. This places Walker & Dunlop in the top 6% 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 Banks company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Banks 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. Walker & Dunlop'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 Walker & Dunlop stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Walker & Dunlop (FRA:5WD) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €85.85, compared to a current price of €46.80 — trading 45.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Walker & Dunlop's overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 10 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 Walker & Dunlop (FRA:5WD), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 01, 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 Walker & Dunlop (FRA:5WD) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Walker & Dunlop stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €46.80 is trading 45.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of €85.85. GuruFocus considers Walker & Dunlop to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for FRA:5WD:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: €85.85 vs. price of €46.80 (45.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 65/100 with 10 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:5WD stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Walker & Dunlop Business Description

Other Exchanges WD:USA0A8P:UK
Address 7272 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1300, Bethesda, MD, USA, 20814
Walker & Dunlop Inc is a United States-based commercial real estate finance company. It is principally engaged in originating, selling, and servicing a number of multifamily and other commercial real estate financing products that are sold under the programs of Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, Ginnie Mae, and the Federal Housing Administration. The company is managed based on three reportable segments: Capital Markets (CM), Servicing & Asset Management (SAM), and Corporate. The company generates a majority of its total revenue from gains from mortgage banking activities and servicing fees. It conducts business solely in the United States.
65GF Score

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