GATX (GATX) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 02, 2026)


GATX GATX Corp GATX
86 GF Score
Price $172.47
GF Value $195.20
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is GATX Moat Score?

GATX GATX +0.43% 86 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 02, 2026. GuruFocus rates GATX with a GF Score™ of 86/100 and a GF Value™ of $195.20 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,094 Business Services companies, GATX ranks better than 95.98% on this metric.

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

GATX has Narrow Moat: GATX Corp benefits from a solid position in the railcar leasing industry with economies of scale and a strong distribution network. However, the lack of significant customer switching costs and moderate pricing power limits its moat to a solid 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 GATX might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

GATX  (NYSE:GATX) 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

GATX Moat Score Related Terms

GATX vs CAR, WSC, EQPT: Moat Score Comparison

For the Rental & Leasing Services subindustry, GATX'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.

GATX Moat Score vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, GATX's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where GATX'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?
GATX (GATX) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jul. 02, 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, GATX ranks #44 out of 1094 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 4%.
Is GATX's Moat Score too high?
GATX's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, GATX ranks #44 out of 1094 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, GATX has a GF Score™ of 86/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does GATX's Moat Score compare to CAR and WSC?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, GATX ranks #44 out of 1094 companies for Moat Score. This places GATX in the top 4% 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 Business Services company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Business Services 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. GATX'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 GATX stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, GATX (GATX) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $195.20, compared to a current price of $172.47 — trading 11.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. GATX's overall GF Score™ is 86/100 with 6 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 GATX (GATX), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 02, 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 GATX (GATX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, GATX stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $172.47 is trading 11.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $195.20. GuruFocus considers GATX to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for GATX:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: $195.20 vs. price of $172.47 (11.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 86/100 with 6 warning signs

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

GATX Business Description

Other Exchanges GAX:Germany
Address 233 South Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, USA, 60606-7147
GATX Corp leases transportation assets, including railcars, aircraft spare engines, and tank containers, to customers in North America, Europe, and India. The company's reportable business segments are: Rail North America, Rail International, Engine Leasing, and Other. The majority of its revenue is generated from the Rail North America segment, which is composed of the company's operations in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This segment mainly provides railcars pursuant to full-service leases under which it maintains the railcars, pays ad valorem taxes and insurance, and provides other ancillary services.
86GF Score

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