Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (HAM:BMW) Moat Score: 8/10 (As of Jul. 12, 2026)


HAM:BMW Bayerische Motoren Werke AG HAM:BMW
74 GF Score
Price €57.98
GF Value €82.50
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Bayerische Motoren Werke AG Moat Score?

Bayerische Motoren Werke AG HAM:BMW -0.79% 74 Moat Score is 8 as of Jul. 12, 2026. GuruFocus rates HAM:BMW with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of €82.50 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,313 Vehicles & Parts companies, Bayerische Motoren Werke AG ranks better than 99.85% on this metric.

Bayerische Motoren Werke AG has the Moat Score of 8, which implies that the company might have Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat.

Bayerische Motoren Werke AG has Wide Moat: BMW has a robust wide moat due to its strong brand, customer loyalty, and significant economies of scale. Its innovation in automotive technology and global distribution network further solidify its durable 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 Bayerische Motoren Werke AG might have Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat.

Bayerische Motoren Werke AG  (HAM:BMW) 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

Bayerische Motoren Werke AG Moat Score Related Terms

HAM:BMW vs TSLA, GM, F: Moat Score Comparison

For the Auto Manufacturers subindustry, Bayerische Motoren Werke AG'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.

Bayerische Motoren Werke AG Moat Score vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Bayerische Motoren Werke AG's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Bayerische Motoren Werke AG's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 8 mean?
Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (HAM:BMW) has a Moat Score of 8 as of Jul. 12, 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, Bayerische Motoren Werke AG ranks #2 out of 1313 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 0.2%.
Is Bayerische Motoren Werke AG's Moat Score too high?
Bayerische Motoren Werke AG's current Moat Score is 8. Based on the distribution chart, Bayerische Motoren Werke AG ranks #2 out of 1313 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Bayerische Motoren Werke AG has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Bayerische Motoren Werke AG's Moat Score compare to TSLA and GM?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Bayerische Motoren Werke AG ranks #2 out of 1313 companies for Moat Score. This places Bayerische Motoren Werke AG in the top 0% 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. Bayerische Motoren Werke AG's current Moat Score is 8. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Bayerische Motoren Werke AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (HAM:BMW) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €82.50, compared to a current price of €57.98 — trading 29.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 8. Bayerische Motoren Werke AG's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 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 Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (HAM:BMW), the current Moat Score is 8 as of Jul. 12, 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 Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (HAM:BMW) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bayerische Motoren Werke AG stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €57.98 is trading 29.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of €82.50. GuruFocus considers Bayerische Motoren Werke AG to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for HAM:BMW:

  • Moat Score: 8
  • GF Value™: €82.50 vs. price of €57.98 (29.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 3 warning signs

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

Bayerische Motoren Werke AG Business Description

Address Petuelring 130, Munich, BY, DEU, 80809
BMW is a premium passenger car and motorcycle original equipment manufacturer, home to the brands BMW, Mini Cooper, Rolls-Royce, and BMW Motorrad. BMW sold 2.7 million vehicles in 2025, or which 2.5 million were passenger cars. In terms of sales volume, Europe and Asia are BMW's largest regions, contributing 43% and 33%, respectively. BMW's core competence is in the "affordable" luxury channel, with limited exposure to high-end vehicles.
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