PKX (POSCO Holdings) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 04, 2026)


PKX POSCO Holdings Inc PKX
76 GF Score
Price $52.12
GF Value $55.65
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is POSCO Holdings Moat Score?

POSCO Holdings PKX +4.22% 76 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 04, 2026. GuruFocus rates PKX with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of $55.65 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 644 Steel companies, POSCO Holdings ranks better than 99.53% on this metric.

POSCO Holdings has the Moat Score of 6, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

POSCO Holdings has Narrow Moat: POSCO Holdings Inc benefits from economies of scale and a strong distribution network in the steel industry. While it has a solid market position and some pricing power, intense competition and limited regulatory barriers prevent a wide moat classification.

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 POSCO Holdings might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

POSCO Holdings  (NYSE:PKX) 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

POSCO Holdings Moat Score Related Terms

PKX vs NUE, STLD, RS: Moat Score Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, POSCO Holdings'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.

POSCO Holdings Moat Score vs Steel Industry

For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, POSCO Holdings's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where POSCO Holdings's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
POSCO Holdings (PKX) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jul. 04, 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, POSCO Holdings ranks #3 out of 644 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 0.5%.
Is POSCO Holdings' Moat Score too high?
POSCO Holdings' current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, POSCO Holdings ranks #3 out of 644 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, POSCO Holdings has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does POSCO Holdings' Moat Score compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, POSCO Holdings ranks #3 out of 644 companies for Moat Score. This places POSCO Holdings 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 Steel company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Steel 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. POSCO Holdings's current Moat Score is 6. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is POSCO Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, POSCO Holdings (PKX) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $55.65, compared to a current price of $52.12 — trading 6.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. POSCO Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 76/100 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 POSCO Holdings (PKX), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 04, 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 POSCO Holdings (PKX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, POSCO Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $52.12 is trading 6.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $55.65. GuruFocus considers POSCO Holdings to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for PKX:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: $55.65 vs. price of $52.12 (6.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 6 warning signs

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

POSCO Holdings Business Description

Address POSCO Center, 440 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, KOR, 06194
POSCO Holdings Inc is a holding company operating through its subsidiaries. Its business is divided into segments, with the Steel segment generating the majority of revenue from the manufacture and sale of steel products. The Infrastructure segment includes trading, construction, and logistics and system integration activities. The Rechargeable Battery Materials segment focuses on EV battery materials such as lithium, nickel, and cathode and anode materials. The Others segment includes the controlling company and investment business. Geographically, the Group generates majority of its revenue from Asia (excluding China and Japan).
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