KSHTY (Kuaishou Technology) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 28, 2026)


KSHTY Kuaishou Technology KSHTY
72 GF Score
Price $1.11
GF Value $1.86
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Kuaishou Technology Moat Score?

Kuaishou Technology KSHTY +0.05% 72 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 28, 2026. GuruFocus rates KSHTY with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.86 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 564 Interactive Media companies, Kuaishou Technology ranks better than 97.87% on this metric.

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

Kuaishou Technology has Narrow Moat: Kuaishou Technology has a strong narrow moat with significant network effects and customer loyalty in the social media space. It benefits from a robust brand and consistent innovation. However, intense competition from larger platforms like TikTok limits its ability to achieve 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 Kuaishou Technology might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Kuaishou Technology  (OTCPK:KSHTY) 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

Kuaishou Technology Moat Score Related Terms

KSHTY vs GOOGL, META, SPOT: Moat Score Comparison

For the Internet Content & Information subindustry, Kuaishou Technology'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.

Kuaishou Technology Moat Score vs Interactive Media Industry

For the Interactive Media industry and Communication Services sector, Kuaishou Technology's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Kuaishou Technology (KSHTY) has a Moat Score of 6 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, Kuaishou Technology ranks #12 out of 564 companies in the Interactive Media industry, placing it in the top 2.1%.
Is Kuaishou Technology's Moat Score too high?
Kuaishou Technology's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Kuaishou Technology ranks #12 out of 564 companies in the Interactive Media industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Kuaishou Technology has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kuaishou Technology's Moat Score compare to GOOGL and META?
According to the Interactive Media industry distribution chart, Kuaishou Technology ranks #12 out of 564 companies for Moat Score. This places Kuaishou Technology in the top 2% 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 Interactive Media company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Interactive Media 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. Kuaishou Technology'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 Kuaishou Technology stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kuaishou Technology (KSHTY) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.86, compared to a current price of $1.11 — trading 40.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Kuaishou Technology's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 2 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 Kuaishou Technology (KSHTY), the current Moat Score is 6 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 Kuaishou Technology (KSHTY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kuaishou Technology stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $1.11 is trading 40.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $1.86. GuruFocus considers Kuaishou Technology to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for KSHTY:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: $1.86 vs. price of $1.11 (40.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 2 warning signs

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

Kuaishou Technology Business Description

Address No. 16, Xierqi West Street, Haidian District, Beijing, CHN, 100085
Kuaishou Technology is a social media platform where users create, watch, and share short-form videos. Approximately half of the company's revenue comes from advertising. Additionally, Kuaishou generates revenue through livestreaming, where fans purchase virtual gifts to tip hosts. The platform also features livestreaming e-commerce, enabling users to buy products showcased in videos, with Kuaishou earning a commission on each transaction. Kuaishou's primary competitors are ByteDance's Douyin and Tencent Video. Notably, Tencent owns a 16% stake in Kuaishou.
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