RYAAY (Ryanair Holdings) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 02, 2026)


RYAAY Ryanair Holdings PLC RYAAY
84 GF Score
Price $63.47
GF Value $58.91
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Ryanair Holdings Moat Score?

Ryanair Holdings RYAAY -1.96% 84 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 02, 2026. GuruFocus rates RYAAY with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of $58.91 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,056 Transportation companies, Ryanair Holdings ranks better than 97.73% on this metric.

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

Ryanair Holdings has Narrow Moat: Ryanair has a strong narrow moat due to its cost advantages from economies of scale and a robust distribution network. Its brand strength in low-cost travel and significant market share in Europe support its position, but intense competition limits 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 Ryanair Holdings might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Ryanair Holdings  (NAS:RYAAY) 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

Ryanair Holdings Moat Score Related Terms

RYAAY vs DAL, UAL, LUV: Moat Score Comparison

For the Airlines subindustry, Ryanair 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.

Ryanair Holdings Moat Score vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Ryanair Holdings's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Ryanair Holdings (RYAAY) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jul. 02, 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, Ryanair Holdings ranks #24 out of 1056 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 2.3%.
Is Ryanair Holdings' Moat Score too high?
Ryanair Holdings' current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Ryanair Holdings ranks #24 out of 1056 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Ryanair Holdings has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ryanair Holdings' Moat Score compare to DAL and UAL?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Ryanair Holdings ranks #24 out of 1056 companies for Moat Score. This places Ryanair Holdings in the top 2% 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. Ryanair 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 Ryanair Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ryanair Holdings (RYAAY) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $58.91, compared to a current price of $63.47 — trading 7.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Ryanair Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 84/100 with 2 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 Ryanair Holdings (RYAAY), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 02, 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 Ryanair Holdings (RYAAY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ryanair Holdings stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $63.47 is trading 7.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $58.91. GuruFocus considers Ryanair Holdings to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for RYAAY:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: $58.91 vs. price of $63.47 (7.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 2 warning signs

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

Ryanair Holdings Business Description

Address Airside Business Park, Swords, County Dublin, Dublin, IRL, K67 NY94
Ryanair is Europe's largest low-cost airline, known for its extensive network and highly efficient business model. Operating over 3,600 flights daily across 240-plus destinations in 40 countries, Ryanair has built its success on offering affordable air travel while maintaining tight control over costs. The airline primarily uses Boeing 737 aircraft, including the newer 737 8-200 "Gamechanger" variant, which simplifies operations and reduces expenses. Ryanair focuses on high passenger volume, ancillary revenue, and operational efficiency, ensuring its position as a leading airline in Europe.
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