Hong Leong Finance (SGX:S41) Moat Score: 0/10 (As of Aug. 01, 2026)

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SGX:S41 Hong Leong Finance Ltd SGX:S41
59 GF Score
Price S$2.50
GF Value S$2.25
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Hong Leong Finance Moat Score?

Hong Leong Finance has the Moat Score of 0, which implies that the company might have No Moat - No discernible moat.

Hong Leong Finance 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 Hong Leong Finance might have No Moat - No discernible moat.

Hong Leong Finance  (SGX:S41) 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

Hong Leong Finance Moat Score Related Terms

SGX:S41
59GF Score
Hong Leong Finance Ltd SGX:S41
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Is Hong Leong Finance (SGX:S41) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hong Leong Finance stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of S$2.50 is trading 11.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of S$2.25. GuruFocus considers Hong Leong Finance to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for SGX:S41:

  • Moat Score: 0
  • GF Value™: S$2.25 vs. price of S$2.50 (11.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 59/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the SGX:S41 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Hong Leong Finance Business Description

Address 16 Raffles Quay, No. 01-05, Hong Leong Building, Singapore, SGP, 048581
Hong Leong Finance Ltd is a financial institution. The activities of the company are related to financing business and the provision of corporate advisory services. The principal activities of the subsidiaries are the provision of nominee services. It operates exclusively in Singapore. The company's service offerings include SME loans, Personal loans, Deposites and savings, and corporate finance.
59GF Score

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S$2.50
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