Port of Tauranga (NZSE:POT) Moat Score: 7/10 (As of Jul. 08, 2026)


NZSE:POT Port of Tauranga Ltd NZSE:POT
94 GF Score
Price NZ$8.53
GF Value NZ$7.34
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Port of Tauranga Moat Score?

Port of Tauranga NZSE:POT -0.47% 94 Moat Score is 7 as of Jul. 08, 2026. GuruFocus rates NZSE:POT with a GF Score™ of 94/100 and a GF Value™ of NZ$7.34 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,057 Transportation companies, Port of Tauranga ranks better than 99.43% on this metric.

Port of Tauranga has the Moat Score of 7, which implies that the company might have Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages.

Port of Tauranga has Wide Moat: Port of Tauranga Ltd has a dominant position in New Zealand's port industry, benefiting from significant regulatory barriers and a superior distribution network. Its strategic location and infrastructure provide durable competitive advantages.

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 Port of Tauranga might have Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages.

Port of Tauranga  (NZSE:POT) 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

Port of Tauranga Moat Score Related Terms

Port of Tauranga Moat Score Competitor Comparison

For the Marine Shipping subindustry, Port of Tauranga'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.

Port of Tauranga Moat Score vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Port of Tauranga's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Port of Tauranga's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 7 mean?
Port of Tauranga (NZSE:POT) has a Moat Score of 7 as of Jul. 08, 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, Port of Tauranga ranks #6 out of 1057 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 0.59999999999999%.
Is Port of Tauranga's Moat Score too high?
Port of Tauranga's current Moat Score is 7. Based on the distribution chart, Port of Tauranga ranks #6 out of 1057 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Port of Tauranga has a GF Score™ of 94/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Port of Tauranga's Moat Score compare to competitors?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Port of Tauranga ranks #6 out of 1057 companies for Moat Score. This places Port of Tauranga in the top 1% 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 Transportation company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Transportation 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. Port of Tauranga's current Moat Score is 7. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Port of Tauranga stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Port of Tauranga (NZSE:POT) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NZ$7.34, compared to a current price of NZ$8.53 — trading 16.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 7. Port of Tauranga's overall GF Score™ is 94/100 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 Port of Tauranga (NZSE:POT), the current Moat Score is 7 as of Jul. 08, 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 Port of Tauranga (NZSE:POT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Port of Tauranga stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of NZ$8.53 is trading 16.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of NZ$7.34. GuruFocus considers Port of Tauranga to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for NZSE:POT:

  • Moat Score: 7
  • GF Value™: NZ$7.34 vs. price of NZ$8.53 (16.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 94/100 with 6 warning signs

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

Port of Tauranga Business Description

Other Exchanges PKF1:Germany
Address Salisbury Avenue, Private Bag 12504, Tauranga Mail Centre, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga, BOP, NZL, 3143
Port of Tauranga is the largest, fastest-growing, and most efficient port in New Zealand. The company was established in 1985 by the government and remains majority owned by the Bay of Plenty Regional Council. The port is connected by road and rail to Auckland, Waikato, and the central North Island. In addition to the port at Tauranga, the firm owns stakes in smaller ports and inland freight hubs closer to Auckland and on the South Island to facilitate trade flows.
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