KAEPF (Kansai Electric Power Co) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jun. 28, 2026)


KAEPF Kansai Electric Power Co Inc KAEPF
65 GF Score
Price $14.65
GF Value $10.68
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Kansai Electric Power Co Moat Score?

Kansai Electric Power Co KAEPF +4.20% 65 Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 28, 2026. GuruFocus rates KAEPF with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of $10.68 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 546 Utilities - Independent Power Producers companies, Kansai Electric Power Co ranks better than 95.97% on this metric.

Kansai Electric Power Co has the Moat Score of 5, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Kansai Electric Power Co has Narrow Moat: Kansai Electric benefits from regulatory barriers and a stable customer base in the utility sector. While it has some pricing power and economies of scale, competition and regulatory changes pose risks. The moat is solid but not wide due to these factors.

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 Kansai Electric Power Co might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Kansai Electric Power Co  (OTCPK:KAEPF) 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

Kansai Electric Power Co Moat Score Related Terms

Kansai Electric Power Co Moat Score Competitor Comparison

For the Utilities - Renewable subindustry, Kansai Electric Power Co'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.

Kansai Electric Power Co Moat Score vs Utilities - Independent Power Producers Industry

For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry and Utilities sector, Kansai Electric Power Co's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Kansai Electric Power Co's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Kansai Electric Power Co (KAEPF) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jun. 28, 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, Kansai Electric Power Co ranks #22 out of 546 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, placing it in the top 4%.
Is Kansai Electric Power Co's Moat Score too high?
Kansai Electric Power Co's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Kansai Electric Power Co ranks #22 out of 546 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Kansai Electric Power Co has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kansai Electric Power Co's Moat Score compare to competitors?
According to the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry distribution chart, Kansai Electric Power Co ranks #22 out of 546 companies for Moat Score. This places Kansai Electric Power Co in the top 4% 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 an Utilities - Independent Power Producers company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Utilities - Independent Power Producers 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. Kansai Electric Power Co's current Moat Score is 5. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kansai Electric Power Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kansai Electric Power Co (KAEPF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $10.68, compared to a current price of $14.65 — trading 37.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Kansai Electric Power Co's overall GF Score™ is 65/100 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 Kansai Electric Power Co (KAEPF), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 28, 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 Kansai Electric Power Co (KAEPF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kansai Electric Power Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $14.65 is trading 37.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $10.68. GuruFocus considers Kansai Electric Power Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for KAEPF:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: $10.68 vs. price of $14.65 (37.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 65/100 with 4 warning signs

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

Kansai Electric Power Co Business Description

Address 3-6-16 Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka, JPN, 530-8270
Kansai Electric Power Co Inc is a Japan-based company that provides energy and information technology solutions. The company operates in four business segments. The Energy segment offers electricity, gas, and utility solutions. The Information and Communications segment provides comprehensive communication services. The Lifestyle/Business Solutions segment delivers consumer and business-related services. The Power Transmission and Distribution segment ensures a safe and reliable electricity supply from a neutral and fair standpoint. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Energy business segment.
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