Michelin (MEX:ML) Moat Score: 7/10 (As of Jun. 27, 2026)


MEX:ML Michelin MEX:ML
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GF Value MXN654.13
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What is Michelin Moat Score?

Michelin MEX:ML 84 Moat Score is 7 as of Jun. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:ML with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN654.13. The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,318 Vehicles & Parts companies, Michelin ranks better than 99.39% on this metric.

Michelin has the Moat Score of 7, which implies that the company might have Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages.

Michelin has Wide Moat: Michelin possesses a wide moat due to its strong brand, significant market share, and durable cost advantages from economies of scale. The company benefits from high customer loyalty and significant intellectual property, providing it with sustainable pricing power and competitive advantages.

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 Michelin might have Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages.

Michelin  (MEX:ML) 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

Michelin Moat Score Related Terms

MEX:ML vs ORLY, AZO: Moat Score Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, Michelin'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.

Michelin Moat Score vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

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

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


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 7 mean?
Michelin (MEX:ML) has a Moat Score of 7 as of Jun. 27, 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, Michelin ranks #8 out of 1318 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 0.59999999999999%.
Is Michelin's Moat Score too high?
Michelin's current Moat Score is 7. Based on the distribution chart, Michelin ranks #8 out of 1318 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Michelin has a GF Score™ of 84/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Michelin's Moat Score compare to ORLY and AZO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Michelin ranks #8 out of 1318 companies for Moat Score. This places Michelin in the top 1% 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 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. Michelin's current Moat Score is 7. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Michelin stock overvalued right now?
Michelin (MEX:ML) has a current Moat Score of 7. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN654.13, compared to a current price of MXN733.29 — trading 12.1% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 7. Michelin's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 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 Michelin (MEX:ML), the current Moat Score is 7 as of Jun. 27, 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 Michelin (MEX:ML) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Michelin stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN733.29 is trading 12.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN654.13.

Key valuation signals for MEX:ML:

  • Moat Score: 7
  • GF Value™: MXN654.13 vs. price of MXN733.29 (12.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 6 warning signs

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

Michelin Business Description

Address 23, Place des Carmes, Dechaux, Puy-de-Dome, Clermont-Ferrand, FRA, 63000
Michelin manufactures tires for passenger vehicles. The company also makes tires for all types of commercial vehicles as well as bicycle, motorcycle, earthmover, aviation, and agricultural tires. Its operations are organized into three operating segments namely Automotive and two-wheel; Road transportation; and Specialty businesses. The company generates maximum revenue from Automotive segments. The Specialty businesses include the Mining, Beyond-road, Two-wheel and Aircraft tire activities, as well as the High-Tech Materials activities. The Services & Solutions businesses are included for the majority part in the Road transportation and related distribution segment.
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