ZTO Express (Cayman) (LTS:0A33) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 15, 2026)

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LTS:0A33 ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc LTS:0A33
98 GF Score
Price $24.09
GF Value $28.51
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is ZTO Express (Cayman) Moat Score?

ZTO Express (Cayman) LTS:0A33 +0.01% 98 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 15, 2026. GuruFocus rates LTS:0A33 with a GF Score™ of 98/100 and a GF Value™ of $28.51 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,057 Transportation companies, ZTO Express (Cayman) ranks better than 97.73% on this metric.

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

ZTO Express (Cayman) has Narrow Moat: ZTO Express has a strong narrow moat due to its extensive distribution network and economies of scale in the logistics sector. However, competitive pressures prevent it from achieving 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 ZTO Express (Cayman) might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

ZTO Express (Cayman)  (LTS:0A33) 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

ZTO Express (Cayman) Moat Score Related Terms

LTS:0A33 vs EXPD, CHRW, FDXF: Moat Score Comparison

For the Integrated Freight & Logistics subindustry, ZTO Express (Cayman)'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.

ZTO Express (Cayman) Moat Score vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, ZTO Express (Cayman)'s Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where ZTO Express (Cayman)'s Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
ZTO Express (Cayman) (LTS:0A33) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jul. 15, 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, ZTO Express (Cayman) ranks #24 out of 1057 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 2.3%.
Is ZTO Express (Cayman)'s Moat Score too high?
ZTO Express (Cayman)'s current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, ZTO Express (Cayman) ranks #24 out of 1057 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, ZTO Express (Cayman) has a GF Score™ of 98/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ZTO Express (Cayman)'s Moat Score compare to EXPD and CHRW?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, ZTO Express (Cayman) ranks #24 out of 1057 companies for Moat Score. This places ZTO Express (Cayman) 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 a Transportation company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Transportation 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. ZTO Express (Cayman)'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 ZTO Express (Cayman) stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ZTO Express (Cayman) (LTS:0A33) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $28.51, compared to a current price of $24.09 — trading 15.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. ZTO Express (Cayman)'s overall GF Score™ is 98/100 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 ZTO Express (Cayman) (LTS:0A33), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 15, 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 ZTO Express (Cayman) (LTS:0A33) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ZTO Express (Cayman) stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $24.09 is trading 15.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $28.51. GuruFocus considers ZTO Express (Cayman) to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for LTS:0A33:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: $28.51 vs. price of $24.09 (15.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 98/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the LTS:0A33 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

ZTO Express (Cayman) Business Description

Address No. 1685 Huazhi Road, Building One, Qingpu District, Shanghai, CHN, 201708
ZTO Express is China's largest express delivery company by parcel volume, with a volume share of 19.4% in 2024. It operates a network partner model where it provides line-haul transportation and sorting services, while its local network partners provide first-mile pickup and last-mile delivery services under the ZTO brand name. Headquartered in Shanghai, the company was founded in 2002 by Meisong Lai, who remains chair, CEO, and its major shareholder with 78% voting rights as of March 31, 2025. ZTO's strategic shareholder is leading China e-commerce company Alibaba Group with around an 8.9% interest.
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