Babcock International Group (MEX:BABBN) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


MEX:BABBN Babcock International Group PLC MEX:BABBN
66 GF Score
Price MXN82.68
GF Value MXN52.85
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Babcock International Group Moat Score?

Babcock International Group MEX:BABBN 66 Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:BABBN with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN52.85. The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,846 Construction companies, Babcock International Group ranks better than 97.67% on this metric.

Babcock International Group has the Moat Score of 5, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Babcock International Group has Narrow Moat: Babcock International has a solid narrow moat due to its strong brand in defense and engineering services, coupled with significant regulatory barriers and exclusive contracts. However, it lacks the scale and network effects to elevate it to a wide moat status.

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 Babcock International Group might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Babcock International Group  (MEX:BABBN) 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

Babcock International Group Moat Score Related Terms

MEX:BABBN vs PWR, FIX, EME: Moat Score Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Babcock International Group'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.

Babcock International Group Moat Score vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Babcock International Group's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Babcock International Group's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Babcock International Group (MEX:BABBN) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jun. 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, Babcock International Group ranks #43 out of 1846 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 2.3%.
Is Babcock International Group's Moat Score too high?
Babcock International Group's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Babcock International Group ranks #43 out of 1846 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Babcock International Group has a GF Score™ of 66/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Babcock International Group's Moat Score compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Babcock International Group ranks #43 out of 1846 companies for Moat Score. This places Babcock International Group 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 Construction company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Construction 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. Babcock International Group's current Moat Score is 5. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Babcock International Group stock overvalued right now?
Babcock International Group (MEX:BABBN) has a current Moat Score of 5. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN52.85, compared to a current price of MXN82.68 — trading 56.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Babcock International Group's overall GF Score™ is 66/100 with 2 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 Babcock International Group (MEX:BABBN), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 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 Babcock International Group (MEX:BABBN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Babcock International Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN82.68 is trading 56.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN52.85.

Key valuation signals for MEX:BABBN:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: MXN52.85 vs. price of MXN82.68 (56.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 66/100 with 2 warning signs

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

Babcock International Group Business Description

Address 33 Wigmore Street, London, GBR, W1U 1QX
Babcock International Group PLC is a British engineering company specializing in the construction and decommissioning of nuclear power plants and submarines; maintenance support; fleet management for aviation, marine, and land; and provision of technical training and emergency services. The company's operating segments include Marine, Land, Aviation, and Nuclear. It generates maximum revenue from the Nuclear segment, which is engaged in providing engineering support to the United Kingdom's nuclear submarine fleet, decommissioning nuclear facilities, supporting nuclear generation, and new build projects. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from the United Kingdom and also has a presence in the Rest of Europe, Africa, North America, Australasia, and the Rest of the World.
66GF Score

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