China State Construction International Holdings (FRA:C4S1) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 17, 2026)

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FRA:C4S1 China State Construction International Holdings Ltd FRA:C4S1
91 GF Score
Price €1.32
GF Value €1.77
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is China State Construction International Holdings Moat Score?

China State Construction International Holdings FRA:C4S1 91 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 17, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:C4S1 with a GF Score™ of 91/100 and a GF Value™ of €1.77. The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,841 Construction companies, China State Construction International Holdings ranks better than 97.66% on this metric.

China State Construction International Holdings has the Moat Score of 5, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

China State Construction International Holdings has Narrow Moat: China State Construction benefits from significant regulatory barriers and a strong distribution network. However, it operates in a competitive industry with limited pricing power and brand differentiation.

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 China State Construction International Holdings might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

China State Construction International Holdings  (FRA:C4S1) 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

China State Construction International Holdings Moat Score Related Terms

FRA:C4S1 vs PWR, FIX, EME: Moat Score Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, China State Construction International Holdings'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.

China State Construction International Holdings Moat Score vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, China State Construction International Holdings's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where China State Construction International Holdings's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
China State Construction International Holdings (FRA:C4S1) 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, China State Construction International Holdings ranks #43 out of 1841 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 2.3%.
Is China State Construction International Holdings' Moat Score too high?
China State Construction International Holdings' current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, China State Construction International Holdings ranks #43 out of 1841 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, China State Construction International Holdings has a GF Score™ of 91/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does China State Construction International Holdings' Moat Score compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, China State Construction International Holdings ranks #43 out of 1841 companies for Moat Score. This places China State Construction International Holdings 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 Construction company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Construction 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. China State Construction International Holdings'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 China State Construction International Holdings stock overvalued right now?
China State Construction International Holdings (FRA:C4S1) has a current Moat Score of 5. The stock's GF Value™ is €1.77, compared to a current price of €1.32 — trading 25.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. China State Construction International Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 91/100 with 3 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 China State Construction International Holdings (FRA:C4S1), 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 China State Construction International Holdings (FRA:C4S1) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China State Construction International Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €1.32 is trading 25.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of €1.77.

Key valuation signals for FRA:C4S1:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: €1.77 vs. price of €1.32 (25.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 91/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:C4S1 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

China State Construction International Holdings Business Description

Other Exchanges CCOHF:USA03311:Hong Kong
Address 139 Hennessy Road, 28th Floor, China Overseas Building, Wanchai, HKG
China State Construction International Holdings Ltd is engaged in the construction business. The principal activity of the Company is the construction business, infrastructure project investments, toll road operation, project consultancy services, and facade contracting business.. The company reports in the following segments: Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and CSC Development Group. It derives a majority of its revenue from Mainland China.
91GF Score

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