W.P. Carey (MEX:WPC) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jun. 28, 2026)


MEX:WPC W.P. Carey Inc MEX:WPC
77 GF Score
Price MXN1,236.00
GF Value MXN1,111.16
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is W.P. Carey Moat Score?

W.P. Carey MEX:WPC 77 Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 28, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:WPC with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN1,111.16. The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 994 REITs companies, W.P. Carey ranks better than 95.07% on this metric.

W.P. Carey has the Moat Score of 5, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

W.P. Carey has Narrow Moat: W.P. Carey Inc has a solid narrow moat due to its diversified real estate portfolio and strong tenant relationships. It benefits from some economies of scale and stable cash flows, but faces competition in the real estate investment sector.

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 W.P. Carey might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

W.P. Carey  (MEX:WPC) 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

W.P. Carey Moat Score Related Terms

MEX:WPC vs BNL, VICI, GNL: Moat Score Comparison

For the REIT - Diversified subindustry, W.P. Carey'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.

W.P. Carey Moat Score vs REITs Industry

For the REITs industry and Real Estate sector, W.P. Carey's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where W.P. Carey's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
W.P. Carey (MEX:WPC) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jun. 28, 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, W.P. Carey ranks #49 out of 994 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 4.9%.
Is W.P. Carey's Moat Score too high?
W.P. Carey's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, W.P. Carey ranks #49 out of 994 companies in the REITs industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, W.P. Carey has a GF Score™ of 77/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does W.P. Carey's Moat Score compare to BNL and VICI?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, W.P. Carey ranks #49 out of 994 companies for Moat Score. This places W.P. Carey in the top 5% 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 REITs company?
A good Moat Score depends on the REITs 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. W.P. Carey'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 W.P. Carey stock overvalued right now?
W.P. Carey (MEX:WPC) has a current Moat Score of 5. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN1,111.16, compared to a current price of MXN1,236.00 — trading 11.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. W.P. Carey's overall GF Score™ is 77/100 with 9 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 W.P. Carey (MEX:WPC), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 28, 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 W.P. Carey (MEX:WPC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, W.P. Carey stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN1,236.00 is trading 11.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN1,111.16.

Key valuation signals for MEX:WPC:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: MXN1,111.16 vs. price of MXN1,236.00 (11.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 77/100 with 9 warning signs

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

W.P. Carey Business Description

Industry Real EstateREITs
Other Exchanges WPC:USA0LS8:UKWPY:Germany
Address One Manhattan West, 395 9th Avenue, 58th Floor, New York, NY, USA, 10001
W.P. Carey Inc is a real estate investment trust principally involved in the ownership of properties located in the U.S., Western Europe, and Northern Europe. W.P. Carey organizes its operations into Real Estate and Investment Management segments. The vast majority of the company's income is derived from its Real Estate division in the form of lease revenue from long-term agreements with companies. W.P. Carey's real estate portfolio is comprised of single-tenant office, industrial, warehouse, and retail facilities located around the world. majority of the company's revenue comes from properties in the USA. Its Investment Management unit generates revenue from providing real estate advisory and portfolio management services to other REITs.
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