KRNTY (Krones AG) Moat Score: 7/10 (As of Jul. 05, 2026)


KRNTY Krones AG KRNTY
84 GF Score
Price $69.88
GF Value $84.96
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Krones AG Moat Score?

Krones AG KRNTY 84 Moat Score is 7 as of Jul. 05, 2026. GuruFocus rates KRNTY with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of $84.96 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,038 Industrial Products companies, Krones AG ranks better than 99.9% on this metric.

Krones AG has the Moat Score of 7, which implies that the company might have Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages.

Krones AG has Wide Moat: Krones AG possesses a wide moat with durable cost advantages from economies of scale, strong brand strength, and a superior distribution network in the packaging and bottling industry. Its innovation capabilities further solidify its competitive 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 Krones AG might have Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages.

Krones AG  (OTCPK:KRNTY) 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

Krones AG Moat Score Related Terms

KRNTY vs GEV, ETN, PH: Moat Score Comparison

For the Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, Krones AG'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.

Krones AG Moat Score vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Krones AG's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 7 mean?
Krones AG (KRNTY) has a Moat Score of 7 as of Jul. 05, 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, Krones AG ranks #3 out of 3038 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 0.099999999999994%.
Is Krones AG's Moat Score too high?
Krones AG's current Moat Score is 7. Based on the distribution chart, Krones AG ranks #3 out of 3038 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Krones AG has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Krones AG's Moat Score compare to GEV and ETN?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Krones AG ranks #3 out of 3038 companies for Moat Score. This places Krones AG 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 an Industrial Products company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Industrial Products 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. Krones AG's current Moat Score is 7. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Krones AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Krones AG (KRNTY) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $84.96, compared to a current price of $69.88 — trading 17.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 7. Krones AG's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 with 3 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 Krones AG (KRNTY), the current Moat Score is 7 as of Jul. 05, 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 Krones AG (KRNTY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Krones AG stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $69.88 is trading 17.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $84.96. GuruFocus considers Krones AG to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for KRNTY:

  • Moat Score: 7
  • GF Value™: $84.96 vs. price of $69.88 (17.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 3 warning signs

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

Krones AG Business Description

Address Bohmerwaldstrasse 5, Neutraubling, BY, DEU, 93073
Krones AG plans, develops and manufactures machines and complete lines for the fields of process, filling and packaging technology. Its product portfolio is rounded off by information technology, factory planning and products from its subsidiaries, such as intralogistics, valve production etc. The company's reportable segments are: Filling and Packaging Technology, Process Technology, and Intralogistics. The majority of the company's revenue is generated from its Fillings and Packaging segment, which offers machines and lines for filling, labelling, packaging and conveying products, prominently in PET bottles, glass bottles, and cans. Geographically, the company generates a majority of its revenue from North and Central America and the rest from Germany, China, Europe, and other regions.
84GF Score

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