Sun Hung Kai Properties (MEX:16N) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 26, 2026)

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MEX:16N Sun Hung Kai Properties Ltd MEX:16N
81 GF Score
Price MXN190.02
GF Value MXN148.03
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What is Sun Hung Kai Properties Moat Score?

Sun Hung Kai Properties MEX:16N 81 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:16N with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN148.03. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,869 Real Estate companies, Sun Hung Kai Properties ranks better than 99.68% on this metric.

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

Sun Hung Kai Properties has Narrow Moat: Sun Hung Kai Properties has a strong brand and significant market share in Hong Kong real estate, benefiting from economies of scale and a superior distribution network. However, the cyclical nature of real estate limits its moat to a strong narrow one.

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 Sun Hung Kai Properties might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Sun Hung Kai Properties  (MEX:16N) 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

Sun Hung Kai Properties Moat Score Related Terms

Sun Hung Kai Properties Moat Score Competitor Comparison

For the Real Estate - Development subindustry, Sun Hung Kai 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.

Sun Hung Kai Properties Moat Score vs Real Estate Industry

For the Real Estate industry and Real Estate sector, Sun Hung Kai Properties's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Sun Hung Kai Properties's Moat Score falls into.


MEX:16N
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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Sun Hung Kai Properties (MEX:16N) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jul. 26, 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, Sun Hung Kai Properties ranks #6 out of 1869 companies in the Real Estate industry, placing it in the top 0.3%.
Is Sun Hung Kai Properties' Moat Score too high?
Sun Hung Kai Properties' current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Sun Hung Kai Properties ranks #6 out of 1869 companies in the Real Estate industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Sun Hung Kai Properties has a GF Score™ of 81/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sun Hung Kai Properties' Moat Score compare to competitors?
According to the Real Estate industry distribution chart, Sun Hung Kai Properties ranks #6 out of 1869 companies for Moat Score. This places Sun Hung Kai Properties in the top 0% 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 Real Estate company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Real Estate 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. Sun Hung Kai Properties'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 Sun Hung Kai Properties stock overvalued right now?
Sun Hung Kai Properties (MEX:16N) has a current Moat Score of 6. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN148.03, compared to a current price of MXN190.02 — trading 28.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Sun Hung Kai Properties' overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 5 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 Sun Hung Kai Properties (MEX:16N), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 26, 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 Sun Hung Kai Properties (MEX:16N) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sun Hung Kai Properties stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN190.02 is trading 28.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN148.03.

Key valuation signals for MEX:16N:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: MXN148.03 vs. price of MXN190.02 (28.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:16N stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Sun Hung Kai Properties Business Description

Address 30 Harbour Road, 45th Floor, Sun Hung Kai Centre, Hong Kong, HKG
Sun Hung Kai Properties is a diversified real estate developer in Hong Kong with a core focus on the residential, office, and retail real estate segments. Most of its business is based in Hong Kong, where it is a leading private housing developer and holds a portfolio of high-quality retail and office properties for rental income. The company also invests in other listed entities, including a telecommunication company, SmarTone, and a data center provider, SUNeVision. The Kwok family is the controlling shareholder, with a stake of more than 40%.
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