Avex (FRA:AX8) Moat Score: 2/10 (As of Jun. 29, 2026)


FRA:AX8 Avex Inc FRA:AX8
75 GF Score
Price €6.20
GF Value €8.21
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Avex Moat Score?

Avex FRA:AX8 75 Moat Score is 2 as of Jun. 29, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:AX8 with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of €8.21 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,042 Media - Diversified companies, Avex ranks better than 85.99% on this metric.

Avex has the Moat Score of 2, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Avex has No Moat: Avex Inc lacks significant market leadership and durable cost advantages. The company does not possess strong brand strength or intellectual property, resulting in minimal competitive advantages.

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

Avex  (FRA:AX8) 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

Avex Moat Score Related Terms

FRA:AX8 vs NFLX, DIS, WBD: Moat Score Comparison

For the Entertainment subindustry, Avex'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.

Avex Moat Score vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Avex's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 2 mean?
Avex (FRA:AX8) has a Moat Score of 2 as of Jun. 29, 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, Avex ranks #146 out of 1042 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 14%.
Is Avex's Moat Score too high?
Avex's current Moat Score is 2. Based on the distribution chart, Avex ranks #146 out of 1042 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Avex has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Avex's Moat Score compare to NFLX and DIS?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Avex ranks #146 out of 1042 companies for Moat Score. This places Avex in the top 14% 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 Media - Diversified company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Media - Diversified 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. Avex's current Moat Score is 2. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Avex stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Avex (FRA:AX8) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €8.21, compared to a current price of €6.20 — trading 24.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 2. Avex's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 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 Avex (FRA:AX8), the current Moat Score is 2 as of Jun. 29, 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 Avex (FRA:AX8) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Avex stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €6.20 is trading 24.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of €8.21. GuruFocus considers Avex to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:AX8:

  • Moat Score: 2
  • GF Value™: €8.21 vs. price of €6.20 (24.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:AX8 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Avex Business Description

Other Exchanges AVEXF:USA7860:Japan
Address Avex Building, 3-30-3 Minami Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 107-8577
Avex Inc is a diversified media company, which holds a number of entertainment subsidiaries. The company has four primary business segments: music, video, management and live content, and other. The music segment designs, produces, and sells music and music-related content. The video segment plans, produces, sells, and distributes video content and feature films. The management and live business segment manages artists, sells merchandise, operates fan clubs, and is involved in the production of concerts and live events. The other business segment operates schools, restaurants, and real estate. The company generates the vast majority of its revenue in Japan.
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