Barclays (MEX:BCSN) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


MEX:BCSN Barclays PLC MEX:BCSN
52 GF Score
Price MXN473.49
GF Value MXN307.40
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Barclays Moat Score?

Barclays MEX:BCSN 52 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:BCSN with a GF Score™ of 52/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN307.40 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,609 Banks companies, Barclays ranks better than 97.76% on this metric.

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

Barclays has Narrow Moat: Barclays has a strong narrow moat with a robust brand, significant market share in banking, and regulatory barriers. Its global distribution network and economies of scale provide durable cost advantages, but intense competition prevents a wide moat classification.

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 Barclays might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Barclays  (MEX:BCSN) 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

Barclays Moat Score Related Terms

MEX:BCSN vs JPM, BAC, WFC: Moat Score Comparison

For the Banks - Diversified subindustry, Barclays'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.

Barclays Moat Score vs Banks Industry

For the Banks industry and Financial Services sector, Barclays's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Barclays's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Barclays (MEX:BCSN) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jun. 25, 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, Barclays ranks #36 out of 1609 companies in the Banks industry, placing it in the top 2.2%.
Is Barclays' Moat Score too high?
Barclays' current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Barclays ranks #36 out of 1609 companies in the Banks industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Barclays has a GF Score™ of 52/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Barclays' Moat Score compare to JPM and BAC?
According to the Banks industry distribution chart, Barclays ranks #36 out of 1609 companies for Moat Score. This places Barclays 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 Banks company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Banks 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. Barclays'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 Barclays stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Barclays (MEX:BCSN) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN307.40, compared to a current price of MXN473.49 — trading 54% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Barclays' overall GF Score™ is 52/100 with 6 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 Barclays (MEX:BCSN), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 25, 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 Barclays (MEX:BCSN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Barclays stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN473.49 is trading 54% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN307.40. GuruFocus considers Barclays to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:BCSN:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: MXN307.40 vs. price of MXN473.49 (54% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 52/100 with 6 warning signs

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

Barclays Business Description

Address 1 Churchill Place, London, GBR, E14 5HP
Barclays is a universal bank headquartered in the United Kingdom. It operates via five principal segments; Barclays UK (retail), UK corporate bank, private bank and wealth management, investment bank, and US consumer bank. In its UK segment, the bank provides current accounts, mortgages, savings and investment management services, credit cards, and business banking services to retail clients and small and medium-size enterprises. The US consumer bank includes a co-branded credit card and unsecured lending business. The investment bank offers global markets, financing, and advisory services.
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