Philip Morris International (MEX:PM) Moat Score: 8/10 (As of Jun. 29, 2026)


MEX:PM Philip Morris International Inc MEX:PM
76 GF Score
Price MXN3,123.00
GF Value MXN2,470.14
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Philip Morris International Moat Score?

Philip Morris International MEX:PM 76 Moat Score is 8 as of Jun. 29, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:PM with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN2,470.14 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 54 Tobacco Products companies, Philip Morris International ranks better than 98.15% on this metric.

Philip Morris International has the Moat Score of 8, which implies that the company might have Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat.

Philip Morris International has Wide Moat: Philip Morris International Inc has a robust wide moat due to its strong brand strength, significant pricing power, and extensive distribution network. It benefits from economies of scale and regulatory barriers that protect its market position.

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 Philip Morris International might have Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat.

Philip Morris International  (MEX:PM) 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

Philip Morris International Moat Score Related Terms

MEX:PM vs MO, TPB, UVV: Moat Score Comparison

For the Tobacco subindustry, Philip Morris International'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.

Philip Morris International Moat Score vs Tobacco Products Industry

For the Tobacco Products industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Philip Morris International's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Philip Morris International's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 8 mean?
Philip Morris International (MEX:PM) has a Moat Score of 8 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, Philip Morris International ranks #1 out of 54 companies in the Tobacco Products industry, placing it in the top 1.9%.
Is Philip Morris International's Moat Score too high?
Philip Morris International's current Moat Score is 8. Based on the distribution chart, Philip Morris International ranks #1 out of 54 companies in the Tobacco Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Philip Morris International has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Philip Morris International's Moat Score compare to MO and TPB?
According to the Tobacco Products industry distribution chart, Philip Morris International ranks #1 out of 54 companies for Moat Score. This places Philip Morris International 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 Tobacco Products company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Tobacco Products 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. Philip Morris International's current Moat Score is 8. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Philip Morris International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Philip Morris International (MEX:PM) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN2,470.14, compared to a current price of MXN3,123.00 — trading 26.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 8. Philip Morris International's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 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 Philip Morris International (MEX:PM), the current Moat Score is 8 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 Philip Morris International (MEX:PM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Philip Morris International stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN3,123.00 is trading 26.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN2,470.14. GuruFocus considers Philip Morris International to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:PM:

  • Moat Score: 8
  • GF Value™: MXN2,470.14 vs. price of MXN3,123.00 (26.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 6 warning signs

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

Philip Morris International Business Description

Address 677 Washington Boulevard, Suite 1100, Stamford, CT, USA, 06901
Created from the international operations of Altria in 2008, Philip Morris International sells cigarettes and reduced-risk products, including heat sticks, vapes, and oral nicotine offerings, primarily outside of the US. With the 2023 acquisition of Swedish Match, a leading manufacturer of traditional oral tobacco products and nicotine pouches primarily in the US and Scandinavia, PMI is not only dominant in smokable products but also has the Iqos and Zyn brands, which respectively dominate heated tobacco and nicotine pouches in most markets. It also owns the Veev brand in vapes.
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