Mahanagar Telephone Nigam (NSE:MTNL) Moat Score: 0/10 (As of Jul. 19, 2026)

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NSE:MTNL Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd NSE:MTNL
53 GF Score
Price ₹28.09
GF Value ₹45.03
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Moat Score?

Mahanagar Telephone Nigam has the Moat Score of 0, which implies that the company might have No Moat - No discernible moat.

Mahanagar Telephone Nigam has

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 Mahanagar Telephone Nigam might have No Moat - No discernible moat.

Mahanagar Telephone Nigam  (NSE:MTNL) 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

Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Moat Score Related Terms

NSE:MTNL
53GF Score
Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd NSE:MTNL
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Is Mahanagar Telephone Nigam (NSE:MTNL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Mahanagar Telephone Nigam stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹28.09 is trading 37.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹45.03. GuruFocus considers Mahanagar Telephone Nigam to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for NSE:MTNL:

  • Moat Score: 0
  • GF Value™: ₹45.03 vs. price of ₹28.09 (37.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 53/100 with 4 warning signs

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

Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Business Description

Other Exchanges 500108:India
Address Lodhi Road, 5th Floor, 9, CGO Complex, Mahanagar Doorsanchar Sadan, New Delhi, IND, 110 003
Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd is an India-based company that provides telecommunications services. The company's operating segment includes the Basic and Cellular segments. It generates maximum revenue from the Basic segment. The company offers various telecom services, including fixed telephone service, GSM (including 3G services), Internet, Broadband, ISDN, and Leased Line services.
53GF Score

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₹28.09
Price
₹45.03
GF Value