Marriott International (HAM:MAQ) Moat Score: 8/10 (As of Jul. 03, 2026)


HAM:MAQ Marriott International Inc HAM:MAQ
89 GF Score
Price €323.95
GF Value €258.05
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Marriott International Moat Score?

Marriott International HAM:MAQ -0.20% 89 Moat Score is 8 as of Jul. 03, 2026. GuruFocus rates HAM:MAQ with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of €258.05 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 877 Travel & Leisure companies, Marriott International ranks better than 99.89% on this metric.

Marriott International has the Moat Score of 8, which implies that the company might have Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat.

Marriott International has Wide Moat: Marriott International Inc has a robust wide moat due to its strong brand, extensive distribution network, and significant customer loyalty. Its economies of scale and pricing power further solidify its dominant 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 Marriott International might have Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat.

Marriott International  (HAM:MAQ) 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

Marriott International Moat Score Related Terms

HAM:MAQ vs HLT, H, HTHT: Moat Score Comparison

For the Lodging subindustry, Marriott International'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.

Marriott International Moat Score vs Travel & Leisure Industry

For the Travel & Leisure industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Marriott International's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Marriott International's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 8 mean?
Marriott International (HAM:MAQ) has a Moat Score of 8 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, Marriott International ranks #1 out of 877 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, placing it in the top 0.099999999999994%.
Is Marriott International's Moat Score too high?
Marriott International's current Moat Score is 8. Based on the distribution chart, Marriott International ranks #1 out of 877 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Marriott International has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Marriott International's Moat Score compare to HLT and H?
According to the Travel & Leisure industry distribution chart, Marriott International ranks #1 out of 877 companies for Moat Score. This places Marriott International 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 Travel & Leisure company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Travel & Leisure 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. Marriott International'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 Marriott International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Marriott International (HAM:MAQ) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €258.05, compared to a current price of €323.95 — trading 25.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 8. Marriott International's overall GF Score™ is 89/100 with 7 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 Marriott International (HAM:MAQ), the current Moat Score is 8 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 Marriott International (HAM:MAQ) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Marriott International stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €323.95 is trading 25.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of €258.05. GuruFocus considers Marriott International to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for HAM:MAQ:

  • Moat Score: 8
  • GF Value™: €258.05 vs. price of €323.95 (25.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 89/100 with 7 warning signs

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

Marriott International Business Description

Address 7750 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD, USA, 20814
Marriott operates 1.8 million rooms across roughly 30 brands. At the end of 2025, luxury represented roughly 10% of total rooms, premium was 42%, select service was 46%, and midscale was 2%. Marriott, Courtyard, and Sheraton are the largest brands, while Autograph, Tribute, Moxy, Aloft, and Element are newer lifestyle brands. Managed and franchised represented 99% of total rooms as of Dec. 31, 2025. North America makes up 61% of total rooms. Managed, franchise, and incentive fees represent the vast majority of revenue and profitability for the company.
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