Hiab (MIL:1HIAB) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Aug. 22, 2026)

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MIL:1HIAB Hiab Corp MIL:1HIAB
79 GF Score
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GF Value €30.05
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What is Hiab Moat Score?

Hiab MIL:1HIAB 79 Moat Score is 5 as of Aug. 22, 2026. GuruFocus rates MIL:1HIAB with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of €30.05. The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 211 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery companies, Hiab ranks better than 92.42% on this metric.

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

Hiab has Narrow Moat: Hiab Corp has a solid narrow moat due to its strong brand in the load handling equipment industry and moderate customer loyalty. It benefits from economies of scale and a robust distribution network. However, it lacks significant network effects or exclusive licenses, limiting its competitive edge.

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 Hiab might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Hiab  (MIL:1HIAB) 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

Hiab Moat Score Related Terms

MIL:1HIAB vs CAT, DE, PCAR: Moat Score Comparison

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery subindustry, Hiab'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.

Hiab Moat Score vs Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery Industry

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry and Industrials sector, Hiab's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Hiab'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?
Hiab (MIL:1HIAB) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Aug. 22, 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, Hiab ranks #16 out of 211 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, placing it in the top 7.6%.
Is Hiab's Moat Score too high?
Hiab's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Hiab ranks #16 out of 211 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Hiab has a GF Score™ of 79/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hiab's Moat Score compare to CAT and DE?
According to the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry distribution chart, Hiab ranks #16 out of 211 companies for Moat Score. This places Hiab in the top 8% 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 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery 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. Hiab'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 Hiab stock overvalued right now?
Hiab (MIL:1HIAB) has a current Moat Score of 5. The stock's GF Value™ is €30.05, compared to a current price of €41.58 — trading 38.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Hiab's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 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 Hiab (MIL:1HIAB), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Aug. 22, 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 Hiab (MIL:1HIAB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hiab stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €41.58 is trading 38.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of €30.05.

Key valuation signals for MIL:1HIAB:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: €30.05 vs. price of €41.58 (38.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the MIL:1HIAB stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Hiab Business Description

Address Itamerenkatu 25, P.O. Box 61, Helsinki, FIN, 00180
Hiab Corp provides cargo and load-handling solutions. The company is engaged in providing smart and sustainable on-road load-handling solutions, committed to delivering the customer experience every day with engaged people and partners. The reporting segments of the company are: Equipment comprises new equipment Including loader cranes, forestry and recycling cranes, truck-mounted forklifts, demountables, and tail lifts, and Services segment comprises spare parts, maintenance, accessories, installations, digital services, and refurbished equipment.
79GF Score

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