TIM (TIMB) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jun. 29, 2026)


TIMB TIM SA TIMB
87 GF Score
Price $21.58
GF Value $19.58
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is TIM Moat Score?

TIM TIMB -2.04% 87 Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 29, 2026. GuruFocus rates TIMB with a GF Score™ of 87/100 and a GF Value™ of $19.58 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 390 Telecommunication Services companies, TIM ranks better than 85.9% on this metric.

TIM has the Moat Score of 5, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

TIM has Narrow Moat: TIM SA has a solid narrow moat due to its strong market position in Brazil's telecom sector, benefiting from economies of scale and a robust distribution network. However, intense competition and regulatory challenges limit its ability to achieve a wide moat.

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 TIM might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

TIM  (NYSE:TIMB) 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

TIM Moat Score Related Terms

TIMB vs TMUS, VZ, T: Moat Score Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, TIM'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.

TIM Moat Score vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, TIM's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
TIM (TIMB) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jun. 29, 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, TIM ranks #55 out of 390 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 14.1%.
Is TIM's Moat Score too high?
TIM's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, TIM ranks #55 out of 390 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, TIM has a GF Score™ of 87/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does TIM's Moat Score compare to TMUS and VZ?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, TIM ranks #55 out of 390 companies for Moat Score. This places TIM in the top 14% 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 Telecommunication Services company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Telecommunication Services 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. TIM's current Moat Score is 5. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is TIM stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, TIM (TIMB) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $19.58, compared to a current price of $21.58 — trading 10.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. TIM's overall GF Score™ is 87/100 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 TIM (TIMB), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 29, 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 TIM (TIMB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, TIM stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $21.58 is trading 10.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $19.58. GuruFocus considers TIM to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TIMB:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: $19.58 vs. price of $21.58 (10.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 87/100 with 2 warning signs

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

TIM Business Description

Address Avenida Joao Cabral de Melo Neto, 850, Torre Norte, 12th Floor, Room 1212, Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, BRA, 22775-057
TIM, which is 67%-owned by Telecom Italia, is the third-largest wireless carrier in Brazil, with 62 million subscribers, equal to about 23% of the market. The firm owns 49% of I-Systems, an infrastructure partnership that is expanding its network footprint across Brazil. I-Systems can provide broadband service to about 8 million locations, including 6.5 million with fiber, equal to 10%-15% of the country. TIM leases capacity on the venture's network to serve retail broadband customers under the UltraFibra brand, but it has agreed to buy out its joint venture partner in 2026 and will take full ownership of these assets. TIM also resells fiber network access from other providers.
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