Melco Resorts and Entertainment (MEX:MLCON) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


MEX:MLCON Melco Resorts and Entertainment Ltd MEX:MLCON
57 GF Score
Price MXN94.00
GF Value MXN216.26
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Melco Resorts and Entertainment Moat Score?

Melco Resorts and Entertainment MEX:MLCON 57 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:MLCON with a GF Score™ of 57/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN216.26 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 879 Travel & Leisure companies, Melco Resorts and Entertainment ranks better than 98.18% on this metric.

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

Melco Resorts and Entertainment has Narrow Moat: Melco Resorts has a strong narrow moat due to its established brand in the gaming and hospitality industry, with significant customer loyalty and some regulatory barriers. However, 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 Melco Resorts and Entertainment might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Melco Resorts and Entertainment  (MEX:MLCON) 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

Melco Resorts and Entertainment Moat Score Related Terms

MEX:MLCON vs MCRI, PENN, VAC: Moat Score Comparison

For the Resorts & Casinos subindustry, Melco Resorts and Entertainment'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.

Melco Resorts and Entertainment Moat Score vs Travel & Leisure Industry

For the Travel & Leisure industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Melco Resorts and Entertainment's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Melco Resorts and Entertainment'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?
Melco Resorts and Entertainment (MEX:MLCON) 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, Melco Resorts and Entertainment ranks #16 out of 879 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, placing it in the top 1.8%.
Is Melco Resorts and Entertainment's Moat Score too high?
Melco Resorts and Entertainment's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Melco Resorts and Entertainment ranks #16 out of 879 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Melco Resorts and Entertainment has a GF Score™ of 57/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Melco Resorts and Entertainment's Moat Score compare to MCRI and PENN?
According to the Travel & Leisure industry distribution chart, Melco Resorts and Entertainment ranks #16 out of 879 companies for Moat Score. This places Melco Resorts and Entertainment 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 Travel & Leisure company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Travel & Leisure 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. Melco Resorts and Entertainment'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 Melco Resorts and Entertainment stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Melco Resorts and Entertainment (MEX:MLCON) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN216.26, compared to a current price of MXN94.00 — trading 56.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Melco Resorts and Entertainment's overall GF Score™ is 57/100 with 4 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 Melco Resorts and Entertainment (MEX:MLCON), 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 Melco Resorts and Entertainment (MEX:MLCON) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Melco Resorts and Entertainment stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN94.00 is trading 56.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN216.26. GuruFocus considers Melco Resorts and Entertainment to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for MEX:MLCON:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: MXN216.26 vs. price of MXN94.00 (56.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 57/100 with 4 warning signs

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

Melco Resorts and Entertainment Business Description

Address 60 Wyndham Street, 38th Floor, The Centrium, Central, Hong Kong, HKG
Melco Resorts & Entertainment is one of only six licensed casino operators in Macao. It operates Altira, a complex focused on premium customers; City of Dreams, an integrated resort in Cotai serving both mass-market and premium patrons; and Mocha Clubs' electronic gaming machines. The company also has a majority interest in Studio City, which opened in 2015. Outside Macao, Melco owns City of Dreams Manila in the Philippines and City of Dreams Mediterranean in Cyprus. The business mix in terms of adjusted EBITDA was about 84% from Macao, with the rest from overseas as of 2025.
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