Luminar Technologies (MEX:LAZR) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 19, 2026)

Author: Vera Yuan Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Director of Data and Quant Analytics at GuruFocus
Focused on building reliable datasets, financial models, and research tools for value-minded investors. Committed to turning complex data into practical guidance for value-investing and long-term wealth.
Reviewed by: Charlie Tian Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Founder & CEO of GuruFocus
Dr. Charlie Tian is the founder and CEO of GuruFocus.com, a leading global investment research platform established in 2004. With a Ph.D. in physics, Dr. Tian transitioned from science to finance, applying a data-driven, disciplined approach to value investing.

MEX:LAZR Luminar Technologies Inc MEX:LAZR
33 GF Score
Price MXN3.89
GF Value MXN1,255.61
! 5 Warning Signs
View Full Analysis

What is Luminar Technologies Moat Score?

Luminar Technologies MEX:LAZR 33 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 19, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:LAZR with a GF Score™ of 33/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN1,255.61. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

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

Luminar Technologies has Narrow Moat: Luminar Technologies Inc has a solid narrow moat due to its innovative lidar technology and intellectual property. However, the market is competitive, and it lacks the scale and brand strength for a wide moat.

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 Luminar Technologies might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Luminar Technologies  (MEX:LAZR) 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

Luminar Technologies Moat Score Related Terms

MEX:LAZR vs FFLO, OMTK, ORLY: Moat Score Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, Luminar Technologies'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.

Luminar Technologies Moat Score vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Luminar Technologies's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


MEX:LAZR
33GF Score
Luminar Technologies Inc MEX:LAZR
Moat Score is just one metric. See GF Score™, valuation, warning signs, and more.
View Full Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Luminar Technologies (MEX:LAZR) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jul. 19, 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.
Is Luminar Technologies' Moat Score too high?
Luminar Technologies' current Moat Score is 5. Overall, Luminar Technologies has a GF Score™ of 33/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Luminar Technologies' Moat Score compare to FFLO and OMTK?
Luminar Technologies' Moat Score of 5 can be compared against companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry. 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Vehicles & Parts 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. Luminar Technologies'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 Luminar Technologies stock overvalued right now?
Luminar Technologies (MEX:LAZR) has a current Moat Score of 5. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN1,255.61, compared to a current price of MXN3.89 — trading 99.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Luminar Technologies' overall GF Score™ is 33/100 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 Luminar Technologies (MEX:LAZR), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 19, 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 Luminar Technologies (MEX:LAZR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Luminar Technologies stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN3.89 is trading 99.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN1,255.61.

Key valuation signals for MEX:LAZR:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: MXN1,255.61 vs. price of MXN3.89 (99.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 33/100 with 5 warning signs

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

Luminar Technologies Business Description

Address 151 Gibraltar Court, Sunnyvale, CA, USA, 94089
Luminar Technologies Inc is a technology firm specializing in Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) hardware and software solutions for automotive and related applications. It develops LiDAR systems, semiconductor components, and software in-house for use in passenger and commercial vehicles, as well as other markets, to support safety and autonomous driving functions. The company's business activities are organized in two operating segments: (i) Autonomy Solutions and (ii) Advanced Technologies and Services. The majority of revenue is derived from the Autonomy Solutions segment, which is engaged in the design, manufacturing, and sale of LiDAR sensors catering mainly to OEMs in the automotive, commercial vehicle, robo-taxi and adjacent industries.
33GF Score

Get the complete analysis for MEX:LAZR

Moat Score is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.

MXN3.89
Price
MXN1,255.61
GF Value