Cathay Pacific Airways (HAM:CTY) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Jul. 03, 2026)


HAM:CTY Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd HAM:CTY
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GF Value €1.47
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What is Cathay Pacific Airways Moat Score?

Cathay Pacific Airways HAM:CTY +4.80% 80 Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 03, 2026. GuruFocus rates HAM:CTY with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of €1.47. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,056 Transportation companies, Cathay Pacific Airways ranks better than 87.97% on this metric.

Cathay Pacific Airways has the Moat Score of 4, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

Cathay Pacific Airways has Narrow Moat: Cathay Pacific has a modest moat with a strong brand and a superior distribution network. However, intense competition and limited pricing power restrict its moat to a 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 Cathay Pacific Airways might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

Cathay Pacific Airways  (HAM:CTY) 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

Cathay Pacific Airways Moat Score Related Terms

HAM:CTY vs DAL, UAL, LUV: Moat Score Comparison

For the Airlines subindustry, Cathay Pacific Airways'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.

Cathay Pacific Airways Moat Score vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Cathay Pacific Airways's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Cathay Pacific Airways's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
Cathay Pacific Airways (HAM:CTY) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Jul. 03, 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, Cathay Pacific Airways ranks #127 out of 1056 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 12%.
Is Cathay Pacific Airways' Moat Score too high?
Cathay Pacific Airways' current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, Cathay Pacific Airways ranks #127 out of 1056 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Cathay Pacific Airways has a GF Score™ of 80/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cathay Pacific Airways' Moat Score compare to DAL and UAL?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Cathay Pacific Airways ranks #127 out of 1056 companies for Moat Score. This places Cathay Pacific Airways in the top 12% 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 Transportation company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Transportation 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. Cathay Pacific Airways's current Moat Score is 4. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cathay Pacific Airways stock overvalued right now?
Cathay Pacific Airways (HAM:CTY) has a current Moat Score of 4. The stock's GF Value™ is €1.47, compared to a current price of €1.45 — trading 1.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. Cathay Pacific Airways' overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 4 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 Cathay Pacific Airways (HAM:CTY), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 03, 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 Cathay Pacific Airways (HAM:CTY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cathay Pacific Airways stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €1.45 is trading 1.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of €1.47.

Key valuation signals for HAM:CTY:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: €1.47 vs. price of €1.45 (1.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100 with 4 warning signs

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

Cathay Pacific Airways Business Description

Address 88 Queensway, 33rd Floor, One Pacific Place, Hong Kong, HKG
Cathay Pacific is Hong Kong's largest airline group, operating a fleet of 237 aircraft as of December 2025 and serving over 100 destinations globally. As of March 2026, its largest shareholders remain Swire Pacific and Air China, with stakes of 45% and 29%, respectively. The group operates the full-service carrier Cathay Pacific, low-cost carrier HK Express, and cargo operator Air Hong Kong.
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