JOYY (MEX:JOYYN) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jun. 29, 2026)


MEX:JOYYN JOYY Inc MEX:JOYYN
81 GF Score
Price MXN1,009.00
GF Value MXN777.87
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What is JOYY Moat Score?

JOYY MEX:JOYYN 81 Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 29, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:JOYYN with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN777.87. The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 564 Interactive Media companies, JOYY ranks better than 94.5% on this metric.

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

JOYY has Narrow Moat: JOYY Inc has a solid narrow moat due to its strong brand and network effects in social media and live streaming. It benefits from customer loyalty and some pricing power. However, intense competition and regulatory challenges limit its moat to a narrow level.

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 JOYY might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

JOYY  (MEX:JOYYN) 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

JOYY Moat Score Related Terms

MEX:JOYYN vs PPLI, ATHM, STUB: Moat Score Comparison

For the Internet Content & Information subindustry, JOYY'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.

JOYY Moat Score vs Interactive Media Industry

For the Interactive Media industry and Communication Services sector, JOYY's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where JOYY'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?
JOYY (MEX:JOYYN) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jun. 29, 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, JOYY ranks #31 out of 564 companies in the Interactive Media industry, placing it in the top 5.5%.
Is JOYY's Moat Score too high?
JOYY's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, JOYY ranks #31 out of 564 companies in the Interactive Media industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, JOYY has a GF Score™ of 81/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does JOYY's Moat Score compare to PPLI and ATHM?
According to the Interactive Media industry distribution chart, JOYY ranks #31 out of 564 companies for Moat Score. This places JOYY in the top 6% 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 an Interactive Media company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Interactive Media 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. JOYY'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 JOYY stock overvalued right now?
JOYY (MEX:JOYYN) has a current Moat Score of 5. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN777.87, compared to a current price of MXN1,009.00 — trading 29.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. JOYY's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 7 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 JOYY (MEX:JOYYN), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 29, 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 JOYY (MEX:JOYYN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, JOYY stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN1,009.00 is trading 29.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN777.87.

Key valuation signals for MEX:JOYYN:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: MXN777.87 vs. price of MXN1,009.00 (29.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 7 warning signs

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

JOYY Business Description

Address 30 Pasir Panjang Road, No. 15-31A, Mapletree Business City, Singapore, SGP, 117440
JOYY Inc is a technology company. The Company operates several social products, including Bigo Live for live streaming, Likee for short-form videos, Hago for multiplayer social networking, an instant messaging product, and others. The Company operates through two segments: BIGO and All other. The BIGO segment consists of several social entertainment platforms, including Bigo Live, Likee, imo, and others. The All other segment consist of Hago, Shopline, and certain audio live streaming platforms.
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