MRPRF (Merlin Properties SOCIMI) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 03, 2026)


MRPRF Merlin Properties SOCIMI SA MRPRF
81 GF Score
Price $17.90
GF Value $12.51
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Merlin Properties SOCIMI Moat Score?

Merlin Properties SOCIMI MRPRF +0.56% 81 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 03, 2026. GuruFocus rates MRPRF with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of $12.51 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 989 REITs companies, Merlin Properties SOCIMI ranks better than 95.05% on this metric.

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

Merlin Properties SOCIMI has Narrow Moat: Merlin Properties has a solid position in the Spanish real estate market with a diversified portfolio. It benefits from economies of scale and strong brand recognition. However, the competitive nature of real estate limits its pricing power and customer switching costs.

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 Merlin Properties SOCIMI might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Merlin Properties SOCIMI  (OTCPK:MRPRF) 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

Merlin Properties SOCIMI Moat Score Related Terms

MRPRF vs BXP, ARE, VNO: Moat Score Comparison

For the REIT - Office subindustry, Merlin Properties SOCIMI'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.

Merlin Properties SOCIMI Moat Score vs REITs Industry

For the REITs industry and Real Estate sector, Merlin Properties SOCIMI's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Merlin Properties SOCIMI's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Merlin Properties SOCIMI (MRPRF) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jul. 03, 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, Merlin Properties SOCIMI ranks #49 out of 989 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 5%.
Is Merlin Properties SOCIMI's Moat Score too high?
Merlin Properties SOCIMI's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Merlin Properties SOCIMI ranks #49 out of 989 companies in the REITs industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Merlin Properties SOCIMI has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Merlin Properties SOCIMI's Moat Score compare to BXP and ARE?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, Merlin Properties SOCIMI ranks #49 out of 989 companies for Moat Score. This places Merlin Properties SOCIMI 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. Merlin Properties SOCIMI'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 Merlin Properties SOCIMI stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Merlin Properties SOCIMI (MRPRF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $12.51, compared to a current price of $17.90 — trading 43.1% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Merlin Properties SOCIMI's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 8 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 Merlin Properties SOCIMI (MRPRF), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 03, 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 Merlin Properties SOCIMI (MRPRF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Merlin Properties SOCIMI stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $17.90 is trading 43.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $12.51. GuruFocus considers Merlin Properties SOCIMI to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MRPRF:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: $12.51 vs. price of $17.90 (43.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 8 warning signs

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

Merlin Properties SOCIMI Business Description

Industry Real EstateREITs
Address Paseo de la Castellana 257, Madrid, ESP, 28046
Merlin Properties is Spain's largest listed SOCIMI/REIT, managing a EUR 12.6 billion portfolio across offices, logistics, shopping centers, and data centers. Over the coming years, it will bring 730 MW of data center capacity online, increasing its gross rental income contribution from just 6% in 2025 to 65% by 2032. Its total GRI will more than triple to EUR 1.8 billion, driven by this "Mega" plan. Additionally, it has a pipeline of 4.4 GW worth of land at varying stages of readiness it can develop.
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