CBL & Associates Properties (LTS:0HQK) Moat Score: 2/10 (As of Jul. 31, 2026)

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LTS:0HQK CBL & Associates Properties Inc LTS:0HQK
43 GF Score
Price $58.46
GF Value $28.52
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is CBL & Associates Properties Moat Score?

CBL & Associates Properties LTS:0HQK -1.45% 43 Moat Score is 2 as of Jul. 31, 2026. GuruFocus rates LTS:0HQK with a GF Score™ of 43/100 and a GF Value™ of $28.52 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 970 REITs companies, CBL & Associates Properties ranks better than 70% on this metric.

CBL & Associates Properties has the Moat Score of 2, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

CBL & Associates Properties has No Moat: CBL faces challenges in the retail real estate sector with declining mall traffic and high competition. It lacks significant pricing power or unique assets, leading to minimal competitive advantages.

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 CBL & Associates Properties might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

CBL & Associates Properties  (LTS:0HQK) 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

CBL & Associates Properties Moat Score Related Terms

LTS:0HQK vs GTY, NTST, ALX: Moat Score Comparison

For the REIT - Retail subindustry, CBL & Associates Properties'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.

CBL & Associates Properties Moat Score vs REITs Industry

For the REITs industry and Real Estate sector, CBL & Associates Properties's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where CBL & Associates Properties's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 2 mean?
CBL & Associates Properties (LTS:0HQK) has a Moat Score of 2 as of Jul. 31, 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, CBL & Associates Properties ranks #291 out of 970 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 30%.
Is CBL & Associates Properties' Moat Score too high?
CBL & Associates Properties' current Moat Score is 2. Based on the distribution chart, CBL & Associates Properties ranks #291 out of 970 companies in the REITs industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, CBL & Associates Properties has a GF Score™ of 43/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CBL & Associates Properties' Moat Score compare to GTY and NTST?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, CBL & Associates Properties ranks #291 out of 970 companies for Moat Score. This puts CBL & Associates Properties in the upper half of its industry. 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 REITs company?
A good Moat Score depends on the REITs 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. CBL & Associates Properties's current Moat Score is 2. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is CBL & Associates Properties stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CBL & Associates Properties (LTS:0HQK) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $28.52, compared to a current price of $58.46 — trading 105% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 2. CBL & Associates Properties' overall GF Score™ is 43/100 with 10 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 CBL & Associates Properties (LTS:0HQK), the current Moat Score is 2 as of Jul. 31, 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 CBL & Associates Properties (LTS:0HQK) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CBL & Associates Properties stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $58.46 is trading 105% above its estimated GF Value™ of $28.52. GuruFocus considers CBL & Associates Properties to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for LTS:0HQK:

  • Moat Score: 2
  • GF Value™: $28.52 vs. price of $58.46 (105% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 43/100 with 10 warning signs

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

CBL & Associates Properties Business Description

Industry Real EstateREITs
Other Exchanges CBL:USACAZ0:Germany
Address 2030 Hamilton Place Boulevard, Suite 500, Chattanooga, TN, USA, 37421
CBL & Associates Properties Inc is a real estate investment trust. The company engages in the ownership, development, acquisition, leasing, management and operation of regional shopping malls, outlet centers, lifestyle centers, open-air centers and other properties. CBL's sales predominantly derive from leasing arrangements with retail tenants. The company also generates revenue from management and development fees, as well as sales of its real estate assets. CBL expands its portfolio of assets through activities such as redevelopment, renovation, and expansion.
43GF Score

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