Angang Steel Co (FRA:GNV) Moat Score: 3/10 (As of Jul. 17, 2026)

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FRA:GNV Angang Steel Co Ltd FRA:GNV
62 GF Score
Price €0.12
GF Value €0.13
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What is Angang Steel Co Moat Score?

Angang Steel Co FRA:GNV +0.83% 62 Moat Score is 3 as of Jul. 17, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:GNV with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of €0.13. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 642 Steel companies, Angang Steel Co ranks better than 93.46% on this metric.

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

Angang Steel Co has No Moat: Angang Steel Co Ltd operates in a commoditized industry with intense competition and low pricing power. It lacks significant cost advantages or unique intellectual property, resulting in a very weak 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 Angang Steel Co might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Angang Steel Co  (FRA:GNV) 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

Angang Steel Co Moat Score Related Terms

FRA:GNV vs NUE, STLD, RS: Moat Score Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Angang Steel Co'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.

Angang Steel Co Moat Score vs Steel Industry

For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Angang Steel Co's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Angang Steel Co's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 3 mean?
Angang Steel Co (FRA:GNV) has a Moat Score of 3 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, Angang Steel Co ranks #42 out of 642 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 6.5%.
Is Angang Steel Co's Moat Score too high?
Angang Steel Co's current Moat Score is 3. Based on the distribution chart, Angang Steel Co ranks #42 out of 642 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Angang Steel Co has a GF Score™ of 62/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Angang Steel Co's Moat Score compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Angang Steel Co ranks #42 out of 642 companies for Moat Score. This places Angang Steel Co in the top 7% 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 Steel company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Steel 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. Angang Steel Co'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 Angang Steel Co stock overvalued right now?
Angang Steel Co (FRA:GNV) has a current Moat Score of 3. The stock's GF Value™ is €0.13, compared to a current price of €0.12 — trading 6.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 3. Angang Steel Co's overall GF Score™ is 62/100 with 5 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 Angang Steel Co (FRA:GNV), the current Moat Score is 3 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 Angang Steel Co (FRA:GNV) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Angang Steel Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €0.12 is trading 6.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of €0.13.

Key valuation signals for FRA:GNV:

  • Moat Score: 3
  • GF Value™: €0.13 vs. price of €0.12 (6.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 62/100 with 5 warning signs

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

Angang Steel Co Business Description

Address Production Area of Angang Steel, Tie Xi District, Liaoning Province, Anshan, CHN, 114021
Angang Steel Co Ltd is engaged in the iron and steel manufacturing industry, and at the same time focuses on developing emerging industries related to its core iron and steel business, including steel processing and distribution, the chemical industry, green energy, and resource recycling and utilization. The company is classified into the following operating segments based on the type of business: production and sale of steel products. Its products have diversified structures and include hot rolled sheets, medium and thick plates, cold rolled sheets, color coating plates, heavy rails, seamless steel pipes and wire rods, and other products. Geographically, the company derives a majority of its revenue from China, and also exports its products to other regions.
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