Zambia National Commercial Bank (LUS:ZNCO) Moat Score: 0/10 (As of Jul. 29, 2026)

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LUS:ZNCO Zambia National Commercial Bank PLC LUS:ZNCO
71 GF Score
Price ZMW9.54
GF Value ZMW6.09
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Zambia National Commercial Bank Moat Score?

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

Zambia National Commercial Bank 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 Zambia National Commercial Bank might have No Moat - No discernible moat.

Zambia National Commercial Bank  (LUS:ZNCO) 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

Zambia National Commercial Bank Moat Score Related Terms

LUS:ZNCO
71GF Score
Zambia National Commercial Bank PLC LUS:ZNCO
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Is Zambia National Commercial Bank (LUS:ZNCO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zambia National Commercial Bank stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ZMW9.54 is trading 56.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of ZMW6.09. GuruFocus considers Zambia National Commercial Bank to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for LUS:ZNCO:

  • Moat Score: 0
  • GF Value™: ZMW6.09 vs. price of ZMW9.54 (56.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 71/100 with 5 warning signs

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

Zambia National Commercial Bank Business Description

Address Cairo Road, Plot 2118 - 2121, P.O Box 33611, Lusaka, ZMB
Zambia National Commercial Bank PLC offers commercial banking services. Its principal activities include: the provision of retail, commercial Banking and related services to the general public, the provision of payment and technology solutions through the Digital Shared Services Limited (DSSL), and offering tailored insurance and risk advisory services. The company's segments include: Corporate Banking, Business Banking, Retail Banking, Digital Banking, and Treasury Management. The majority of revenue is derived from the Corporate banking segment, which provides corporate and investment banking solutions that incorporate direct debit facilities, deposit products, overdrafts, loans and other credit facilities and foreign currency solutions.
71GF Score

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ZMW9.54
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ZMW6.09
GF Value