Imax (IMAX) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


IMAX Imax Corp IMAX
76 GF Score
Price $44.27
GF Value $26.75
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Imax Moat Score?

Imax IMAX +0.80% 76 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates IMAX with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of $26.75 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,047 Media - Diversified companies, Imax ranks better than 99.04% on this metric.

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

Imax has Narrow Moat: IMAX has a strong narrow moat due to its proprietary technology and strong brand in the entertainment industry. It benefits from economies of scale and customer loyalty, but lacks the extensive network effects or regulatory barriers needed for a wide moat.

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 Imax might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Imax  (NYSE:IMAX) 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

Imax Moat Score Related Terms

IMAX vs AMC, BATRA, IQ: Moat Score Comparison

For the Entertainment subindustry, Imax'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.

Imax Moat Score vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Imax's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Imax (IMAX) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jun. 25, 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, Imax ranks #10 out of 1047 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 1%.
Is Imax's Moat Score too high?
Imax's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Imax ranks #10 out of 1047 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Imax has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Imax's Moat Score compare to AMC and BATRA?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Imax ranks #10 out of 1047 companies for Moat Score. This places Imax 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 Media - Diversified company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Media - Diversified 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. Imax'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 Imax stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Imax (IMAX) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $26.75, compared to a current price of $44.27 — trading 65.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Imax's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 6 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 Imax (IMAX), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 25, 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 Imax (IMAX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Imax stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $44.27 is trading 65.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $26.75. GuruFocus considers Imax to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for IMAX:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: $26.75 vs. price of $44.27 (65.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 6 warning signs

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

Imax Business Description

Other Exchanges IMA:Germany
Address 2525 Speakman Drive, Mississauga, ON, CAN, L5K 1B1
Imax Corp is a technology platform for entertainment and events. Through its proprietary software, auditorium architecture, patented intellectual property, and specialized equipment, IMAX offers end-to-end solution to create superior, immersive content experiences for which the IMAX brand is globally renowned. The Company has two reportable segments being Content Solutions and Technology Products and Services. The Company leverages its proprietary technology and engineering in all aspects of its business, which principally consists of the IMAX film remastering and the sale or lease of premium IMAX theater systems.
76GF Score

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