Rentokil Initial (MEX:RTON) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


MEX:RTON Rentokil Initial PLC MEX:RTON
85 GF Score
Price MXN116.32
GF Value MXN117.99
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Rentokil Initial Moat Score?

Rentokil Initial MEX:RTON 85 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:RTON with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN117.99. The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,094 Business Services companies, Rentokil Initial ranks better than 98.45% on this metric.

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

Rentokil Initial has Narrow Moat: Rentokil Initial has a strong narrow moat with a leading market position in pest control and hygiene services. It benefits from brand strength, customer loyalty, and economies of scale. However, it faces competition in a fragmented market, limiting its pricing power.

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 Rentokil Initial might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Rentokil Initial  (MEX:RTON) 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

Rentokil Initial Moat Score Related Terms

MEX:RTON vs CTAS, CPRT, GPN: Moat Score Comparison

For the Specialty Business Services subindustry, Rentokil Initial'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.

Rentokil Initial Moat Score vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Rentokil Initial's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


MEX:RTON
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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Rentokil Initial (MEX:RTON) 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, Rentokil Initial ranks #17 out of 1094 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 1.6%.
Is Rentokil Initial's Moat Score too high?
Rentokil Initial's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Rentokil Initial ranks #17 out of 1094 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Rentokil Initial has a GF Score™ of 85/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Rentokil Initial's Moat Score compare to CTAS and CPRT?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Rentokil Initial ranks #17 out of 1094 companies for Moat Score. This places Rentokil Initial 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 Business Services company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Business Services 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. Rentokil Initial'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 Rentokil Initial stock overvalued right now?
Rentokil Initial (MEX:RTON) has a current Moat Score of 6. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN117.99, compared to a current price of MXN116.32 — trading 1.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Rentokil Initial's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 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 Rentokil Initial (MEX:RTON), 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 Rentokil Initial (MEX:RTON) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Rentokil Initial stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN116.32 is trading 1.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN117.99.

Key valuation signals for MEX:RTON:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: MXN117.99 vs. price of MXN116.32 (1.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 6 warning signs

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

Rentokil Initial Business Description

Address Manor Royal, Compass House, Crawley, West Sussex, GBR, RH10 9PY
Rentokil Initial is the largest global provider of route-based pest control and commercial hygiene services, operating in over 90 countries, with its largest operations in the United States following the acquisition of Terminix. The group also offers a range of specialist route-based services, including office and commercial space plant care, property care, and workwear rentals. The group serves a diverse client base of global food producers, hotel chains, industrial goods companies, restaurants, and individual residential customers.
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