Global Net Lease (STU:2N8) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Jul. 14, 2026)

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STU:2N8 Global Net Lease Inc STU:2N8
67 GF Score
Price €7.78
GF Value €5.58
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Global Net Lease Moat Score?

Global Net Lease STU:2N8 -1.89% 67 Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 14, 2026. GuruFocus rates STU:2N8 with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of €5.58 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 984 REITs companies, Global Net Lease ranks better than 87.09% on this metric.

Global Net Lease has the Moat Score of 4, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

Global Net Lease has Narrow Moat: Global Net Lease has a modest moat due to its diversified real estate portfolio and stable cash flows. It benefits from some economies of scale, but lacks strong brand strength, customer loyalty, and significant regulatory barriers.

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 Global Net Lease might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

Global Net Lease  (STU:2N8) 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

Global Net Lease Moat Score Related Terms

STU:2N8 vs AAT, SAFE, ESRT: Moat Score Comparison

For the REIT - Diversified subindustry, Global Net Lease'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.

Global Net Lease Moat Score vs REITs Industry

For the REITs industry and Real Estate sector, Global Net Lease's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Global Net Lease's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
Global Net Lease (STU:2N8) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Jul. 14, 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, Global Net Lease ranks #127 out of 984 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 12.9%.
Is Global Net Lease's Moat Score too high?
Global Net Lease's current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, Global Net Lease ranks #127 out of 984 companies in the REITs industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Global Net Lease has a GF Score™ of 67/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Global Net Lease's Moat Score compare to AAT and SAFE?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, Global Net Lease ranks #127 out of 984 companies for Moat Score. This places Global Net Lease in the top 13% 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 REITs company?
A good Moat Score depends on the REITs 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. Global Net Lease's current Moat Score is 4. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Global Net Lease stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Global Net Lease (STU:2N8) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €5.58, compared to a current price of €7.78 — trading 39.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. Global Net Lease's overall GF Score™ is 67/100 with 9 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 Global Net Lease (STU:2N8), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 14, 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 Global Net Lease (STU:2N8) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Global Net Lease stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €7.78 is trading 39.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of €5.58. GuruFocus considers Global Net Lease to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for STU:2N8:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: €5.58 vs. price of €7.78 (39.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100 with 9 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:2N8 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Global Net Lease Business Description

Industry Real EstateREITs
Address 650 Fifth Avenue, 30th Floor, New York, NY, USA, 10019
Global Net Lease Inc is a real estate investment trust that manages a globally diversified portfolio of commercial real estate properties. The company is engaged in the ownership, management, operation, lease, acquisition, investment, and sale of the portfolio assets. Its segments include Industrial & Distribution, Retail, and Office. The company derives maximum revenue from the Industrial and Distribution segment. The company geographically operates in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Europe.
67GF Score

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