Shake Shack (MEX:SHAK) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 27, 2026)

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MEX:SHAK Shake Shack Inc MEX:SHAK
76 GF Score
Price MXN991.00
GF Value MXN2,159.23
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Shake Shack Moat Score?

Shake Shack MEX:SHAK -5.44% 76 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:SHAK with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN2,159.23 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 367 Restaurants companies, Shake Shack ranks better than 93.46% on this metric.

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

Shake Shack has Narrow Moat: Shake Shack has a solid narrow moat due to its strong brand and customer loyalty. While it benefits from some economies of scale, it faces intense competition in the fast-casual dining sector, limiting its pricing power and market share growth.

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 Shake Shack might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Shake Shack  (MEX:SHAK) 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

Shake Shack Moat Score Related Terms

MEX:SHAK vs ARCO, BJRI, WEN: Moat Score Comparison

For the Restaurants subindustry, Shake Shack'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.

Shake Shack Moat Score vs Restaurants Industry

For the Restaurants industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Shake Shack's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


MEX:SHAK
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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Shake Shack (MEX:SHAK) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jul. 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, Shake Shack ranks #24 out of 367 companies in the Restaurants industry, placing it in the top 6.5%.
Is Shake Shack's Moat Score too high?
Shake Shack's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Shake Shack ranks #24 out of 367 companies in the Restaurants industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Shake Shack has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Shake Shack's Moat Score compare to ARCO and BJRI?
According to the Restaurants industry distribution chart, Shake Shack ranks #24 out of 367 companies for Moat Score. This places Shake Shack in the top 7% 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 Restaurants company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Restaurants 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. Shake Shack'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 Shake Shack stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shake Shack (MEX:SHAK) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN2,159.23, compared to a current price of MXN991.00 — trading 54.1% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Shake Shack's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 2 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 Shake Shack (MEX:SHAK), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 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 Shake Shack (MEX:SHAK) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shake Shack stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN991.00 is trading 54.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN2,159.23. GuruFocus considers Shake Shack to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:SHAK:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: MXN2,159.23 vs. price of MXN991.00 (54.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 2 warning signs

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

Shake Shack Business Description

Other Exchanges SHAK:USA0L5R:UK9SH:Germany
Address 225 Varick Street, Suite 301, New York, NY, USA, 10014
Shake Shack Inc is a roadside burger stand. It serves a classic American menu of premium burgers, hot dogs, crispy chicken, frozen custard, crinkle-cut fries, shakes, beer, wine, and more. The company's burgers are made with a whole-muscle blend of all-natural, hormone and antibiotic-free Angus beef, ground fresh daily, cooked to order, and served on a non-genetically modified organism (GMO) potato bun. Its menu focuses on food and beverages, crafted from a range of classic American foods. The company serves draft Root Beer, seasonal freshly-squeezed lemonade, organic fresh-brewed iced tea, cold brew coffee, organic apple juice, and Shack20 bottled water. Geographically, the company generates the majority of its revenue from the United States.
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