China Automotive Systems (HAM:2IW) Moat Score: 3/10 (As of Jul. 08, 2026)


HAM:2IW China Automotive Systems Inc HAM:2IW
78 GF Score
Price €3.98
GF Value €4.71
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is China Automotive Systems Moat Score?

China Automotive Systems HAM:2IW 78 Moat Score is 3 as of Jul. 08, 2026. GuruFocus rates HAM:2IW with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of €4.71. The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,316 Vehicles & Parts companies, China Automotive Systems ranks better than 87.08% on this metric.

China Automotive Systems has the Moat Score of 3, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

China Automotive Systems has No Moat: CAAS faces intense competition in the automotive parts industry with low customer switching costs and limited brand strength. The lack of significant intellectual property or cost advantages results in a very weak competitive position.

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 Automotive Systems might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

China Automotive Systems  (HAM:2IW) 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 Automotive Systems Moat Score Related Terms

HAM:2IW vs INVZ, CVGI, SRI: Moat Score Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, China Automotive Systems'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 Automotive Systems Moat Score vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, China Automotive Systems's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where China Automotive Systems's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 3 mean?
China Automotive Systems (HAM:2IW) has a Moat Score of 3 as of Jul. 08, 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 Automotive Systems ranks #170 out of 1316 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 12.9%.
Is China Automotive Systems' Moat Score too high?
China Automotive Systems' current Moat Score is 3. Based on the distribution chart, China Automotive Systems ranks #170 out of 1316 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, China Automotive Systems has a GF Score™ of 78/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does China Automotive Systems' Moat Score compare to INVZ and CVGI?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, China Automotive Systems ranks #170 out of 1316 companies for Moat Score. This places China Automotive Systems in the top 13% 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Vehicles & Parts 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 Automotive Systems'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 China Automotive Systems stock overvalued right now?
China Automotive Systems (HAM:2IW) has a current Moat Score of 3. The stock's GF Value™ is €4.71, compared to a current price of €3.98 — trading 15.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 3. China Automotive Systems' overall GF Score™ is 78/100 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 Automotive Systems (HAM:2IW), the current Moat Score is 3 as of Jul. 08, 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 Automotive Systems (HAM:2IW) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Automotive Systems stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €3.98 is trading 15.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of €4.71.

Key valuation signals for HAM:2IW:

  • Moat Score: 3
  • GF Value™: €4.71 vs. price of €3.98 (15.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the HAM:2IW stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

China Automotive Systems Business Description

Other Exchanges CAAS:USA2IW:Germany
Address No. 1 Henglong Road, Yu Qiao Development Zone, Shashi District, Hubei Province, Jing Zhou, CHN, 434000
China Automotive Systems Inc is a holding company. The firm, through its subsidiary, is a supplier of power steering systems and components to China's automotive industry. Its product offering encompasses a full range of auto parts incorporated into steering systems for both passenger automobiles and commercial vehicles. The company offers four separate series of power steering models, including rack and pinion power steering, integral power steering, electronic power steering, steering columns, steering oil pumps, and steering hoses. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from China.
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