Akbank TAS (FRA:AKB2) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 17, 2026)

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FRA:AKB2 Akbank TAS FRA:AKB2
63 GF Score
Price €2.22
GF Value €3.07
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Akbank TAS Moat Score?

Akbank TAS FRA:AKB2 +0.91% 63 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 17, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:AKB2 with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of €3.07. The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,610 Banks companies, Akbank TAS ranks better than 94.04% on this metric.

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

Akbank TAS has Narrow Moat: Akbank TAS has a solid narrow moat due to its strong brand strength and significant market share in Turkey. It benefits from economies of scale and a robust distribution network. However, it faces competitive pressures and lacks significant global presence, limiting its moat to a narrow category.

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 Akbank TAS might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Akbank TAS  (FRA:AKB2) 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

Akbank TAS Moat Score Related Terms

Akbank TAS Moat Score Competitor Comparison

For the Banks - Regional subindustry, Akbank TAS'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.

Akbank TAS Moat Score vs Banks Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where Akbank TAS'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?
Akbank TAS (FRA:AKB2) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jul. 17, 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, Akbank TAS ranks #96 out of 1610 companies in the Banks industry, placing it in the top 6%.
Is Akbank TAS's Moat Score too high?
Akbank TAS's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Akbank TAS ranks #96 out of 1610 companies in the Banks industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Akbank TAS has a GF Score™ of 63/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Akbank TAS's Moat Score compare to competitors?
According to the Banks industry distribution chart, Akbank TAS ranks #96 out of 1610 companies for Moat Score. This places Akbank TAS 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. Akbank TAS'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 Akbank TAS stock overvalued right now?
Akbank TAS (FRA:AKB2) has a current Moat Score of 5. The stock's GF Value™ is €3.07, compared to a current price of €2.22 — trading 27.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Akbank TAS's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 with 2 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 Akbank TAS (FRA:AKB2), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 17, 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 Akbank TAS (FRA:AKB2) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Akbank TAS stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €2.22 is trading 27.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of €3.07.

Key valuation signals for FRA:AKB2:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: €3.07 vs. price of €2.22 (27.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:AKB2 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Akbank TAS Business Description

Address Sabanci Center, 4. Levent, Istanbul, TUR, 34330
Akbank TAS is a Turkish bank whose core business activities include consumer and private, commercial, small to midsize enterprise, and corporate and investment banking services. Other activities include foreign exchange, money markets, and securities transactions. In addition to traditional banking activities, the company provides insurance intermediary services. Approximately half of the bank's outstanding shares are owned by Sabanci Holding, a large Turkish financial conglomerate and its affiliates. Net interest income contributes to the vast majority of net revenue, followed by net fees and commissions. The banks gives credit exposure to the services industry.
63GF Score

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