WBKCY (Westpac Banking) Moat Score: 7/10 (As of Jun. 24, 2026)


WBKCY Westpac Banking Corp WBKCY
46 GF Score
Price $51.67
GF Value $50.87
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Westpac Banking Moat Score?

Westpac Banking WBKCY +2.68% 46 Moat Score is 7 as of Jun. 24, 2026. GuruFocus rates WBKCY with a GF Score™ of 46/100 and a GF Value™ of $50.87 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,610 Banks companies, Westpac Banking ranks better than 99.38% on this metric.

Westpac Banking has the Moat Score of 7, which implies that the company might have Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages.

Westpac Banking has Wide Moat: Westpac Banking Corp possesses a wide moat with strong brand strength, significant regulatory barriers, and a superior distribution network. Its durable cost advantages and customer loyalty in the Australian market further solidify its competitive position.

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 Westpac Banking might have Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages.

Westpac Banking  (OTCPK:WBKCY) 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

Westpac Banking Moat Score Related Terms

WBKCY vs JPM, BAC, WFC: Moat Score Comparison

For the Banks - Diversified subindustry, Westpac Banking'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.

Westpac Banking Moat Score vs Banks Industry

For the Banks industry and Financial Services sector, Westpac Banking's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 7 mean?
Westpac Banking (WBKCY) has a Moat Score of 7 as of Jun. 24, 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, Westpac Banking ranks #10 out of 1610 companies in the Banks industry, placing it in the top 0.59999999999999%.
Is Westpac Banking's Moat Score too high?
Westpac Banking's current Moat Score is 7. Based on the distribution chart, Westpac Banking ranks #10 out of 1610 companies in the Banks industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Westpac Banking has a GF Score™ of 46/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Westpac Banking's Moat Score compare to JPM and BAC?
According to the Banks industry distribution chart, Westpac Banking ranks #10 out of 1610 companies for Moat Score. This places Westpac Banking 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 Banks company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Banks 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. Westpac Banking's current Moat Score is 7. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Westpac Banking stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Westpac Banking (WBKCY) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $50.87, compared to a current price of $51.67 — trading 1.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 7. Westpac Banking's overall GF Score™ is 46/100 with 3 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 Westpac Banking (WBKCY), the current Moat Score is 7 as of Jun. 24, 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 Westpac Banking (WBKCY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Westpac Banking stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $51.67 is trading 1.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $50.87. GuruFocus considers Westpac Banking to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for WBKCY:

  • Moat Score: 7
  • GF Value™: $50.87 vs. price of $51.67 (1.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 46/100 with 3 warning signs

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

Westpac Banking Business Description

Address 275 Kent Street, Level 18, Sydney, NSW, AUS, 2000
Westpac is Australia's oldest bank and financial services group, with a significant franchise in Australia and New Zealand in the consumer, small business, corporate, and institutional sectors, in addition to its major presence in wealth management. Westpac is among a handful of banks around the globe currently retaining very high credit ratings. The bank benefits from a large national branch network and significant market share, particularly in home loans and retail deposits.
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