National Bank of KuwaitK (KUW:NBK) Moat Score: 0/10 (As of Jul. 21, 2026)

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KUW:NBK National Bank of Kuwait SAK KUW:NBK
46 GF Score
Price KWD0.81
GF Value KWD0.93
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is National Bank of KuwaitK Moat Score?

National Bank of KuwaitK has the Moat Score of 0, which implies that the company might have No Moat - No discernible moat.

National Bank of KuwaitK has

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 National Bank of KuwaitK might have No Moat - No discernible moat.

National Bank of KuwaitK  (KUW:NBK) 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

National Bank of KuwaitK Moat Score Related Terms

KUW:NBK
46GF Score
National Bank of Kuwait SAK KUW:NBK
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Is National Bank of KuwaitK (KUW:NBK) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, National Bank of KuwaitK stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of KWD0.81 is trading 13.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of KWD0.93. GuruFocus considers National Bank of KuwaitK to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for KUW:NBK:

  • Moat Score: 0
  • GF Value™: KWD0.93 vs. price of KWD0.81 (13.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 46/100 with 3 warning signs

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

National Bank of KuwaitK Business Description

Address Al Shuhada Street, P.O. Box 95, Safat, Kuwait, KWT, 13001
National Bank of Kuwait SAK is a financial institution. The company's operating segment includes Consumer Banking, Corporate Banking, NBK Wealth, Islamic Banking, Group Centre, and International Banking. The company generates maximum revenue from the International Banking segment. The International Banking segment provides diversified products and services including lending, deposits, trade finance, etc. to corporate and individual customers. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from Kuwait and also has a presence in the Middle East and North Africa; Europe and UK, and Other Countries.
46GF Score

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KWD0.81
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