HMNKF (HMS Networks AB) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 01, 2026)


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96 GF Score
Price $59.75
GF Value $53.37
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is HMS Networks AB Moat Score?

HMS Networks AB HMNKF 96 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 01, 2026. GuruFocus rates HMNKF with a GF Score™ of 96/100 and a GF Value™ of $53.37 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 2,471 Hardware companies, HMS Networks AB ranks better than 98.79% on this metric.

HMS Networks AB has the Moat Score of 6, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

HMS Networks AB has Narrow Moat: HMS Networks AB has a strong narrow moat with valuable intellectual property and a robust distribution network in industrial communication. The company benefits from brand strength and customer loyalty, but lacks significant regulatory barriers.

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 HMS Networks AB might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

HMS Networks AB  (OTCPK:HMNKF) 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

HMS Networks AB Moat Score Related Terms

HMNKF vs CSCO, CIEN, MSI: Moat Score Comparison

For the Communication Equipment subindustry, HMS Networks AB'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.

HMS Networks AB Moat Score vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, HMS Networks AB's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where HMS Networks AB's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
HMS Networks AB (HMNKF) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jul. 01, 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, HMS Networks AB ranks #30 out of 2471 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 1.2%.
Is HMS Networks AB's Moat Score too high?
HMS Networks AB's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, HMS Networks AB ranks #30 out of 2471 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, HMS Networks AB has a GF Score™ of 96/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does HMS Networks AB's Moat Score compare to CSCO and CIEN?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, HMS Networks AB ranks #30 out of 2471 companies for Moat Score. This places HMS Networks AB in the top 1% 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 Hardware company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Hardware 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. HMS Networks AB's current Moat Score is 6. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is HMS Networks AB stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HMS Networks AB (HMNKF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $53.37, compared to a current price of $59.75 — trading 12% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. HMS Networks AB's overall GF Score™ is 96/100 with 1 warning sign 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 HMS Networks AB (HMNKF), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 01, 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 HMS Networks AB (HMNKF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HMS Networks AB stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $59.75 is trading 12% above its estimated GF Value™ of $53.37. GuruFocus considers HMS Networks AB to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for HMNKF:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: $53.37 vs. price of $59.75 (12% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 96/100 with 1 warning sign

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

HMS Networks AB Business Description

Address Stationsgatan 37, Box 4126, Halmstad, SWE, SE-300 04
HMS Networks AB supplies proprietary, patented technology for intelligent industrial communication. It develops and manufactures solutions for connecting industrial products to networks and gateways, thus enabling interconnection between various networks. The group sells products in various countries, including Germany. Its operating segments include Industrial Data Solutions, Industrial Network Technology, and New Industries. The brands of the company are Anybus, Red Lion, N-Tron, Ewon, Intesis, Ixxat, Owasys, and PEAK-System.
96GF Score

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