WHWRF (World Houseware holdings) Moat Score: 3/10 (As of Jul. 14, 2026)

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What is World Houseware holdings Moat Score?

World Houseware holdings WHWRF 33 Moat Score is 3 as of Jul. 14, 2026. GuruFocus rates WHWRF with a GF Score™ of 33/100 and a GF Value™ of $0.04. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,839 Construction companies, World Houseware holdings ranks better than 92.6% on this metric.

World Houseware holdings has the Moat Score of 3, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

World Houseware holdings has No Moat: World Houseware Holdings operates in a commoditized industry with low switching costs and minimal brand differentiation. The company lacks significant cost advantages or proprietary technology to establish a sustainable competitive edge.

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 World Houseware holdings might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

World Houseware holdings  (OTCPK:WHWRF) 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

World Houseware holdings Moat Score Related Terms

WHWRF vs TT, JCI, CARR: Moat Score Comparison

For the Building Products & Equipment subindustry, World Houseware 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.

World Houseware holdings Moat Score vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, World Houseware holdings's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where World Houseware holdings's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 3 mean?
World Houseware holdings (WHWRF) has a Moat Score of 3 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, World Houseware holdings ranks #136 out of 1839 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 7.4%.
Is World Houseware holdings' Moat Score too high?
World Houseware holdings' current Moat Score is 3. Based on the distribution chart, World Houseware holdings ranks #136 out of 1839 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, World Houseware holdings has a GF Score™ of 33/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does World Houseware holdings' Moat Score compare to TT and JCI?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, World Houseware holdings ranks #136 out of 1839 companies for Moat Score. This places World Houseware holdings in the top 7% 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 Construction company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Construction 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. World Houseware holdings's current Moat Score is 3. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is World Houseware holdings stock overvalued right now?
World Houseware holdings (WHWRF) has a current Moat Score of 3. The stock's GF Value™ is $0.04, compared to a current price of $0.05 — trading 25% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 3. World Houseware holdings' overall GF Score™ is 33/100 with 4 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 World Houseware holdings (WHWRF), the current Moat Score is 3 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 World Houseware holdings (WHWRF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, World Houseware holdings stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $0.05 is trading 25% above its estimated GF Value™ of $0.04.

Key valuation signals for WHWRF:

  • Moat Score: 3
  • GF Value™: $0.04 vs. price of $0.05 (25% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 33/100 with 4 warning signs

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

World Houseware holdings Business Description

Other Exchanges 00713:Hong Kong
Address 16-18 Wah Sing Street, Flat A, 18th Floor, Bold Win Industrial Building, New Territories, Kwai Chung, Hong Kong, HKG
World Houseware Holdings is an investment holding company. Its segments include Household products, which manufacture and distribute household products; PVC pipes and fittings, which manufacture and distribute PVC pipes and fittings; and Property investments, which invests in properties. The majority of revenue is derived from PVC pipes and fittings segment. Its geographical areas include Mainland China, Hong Kong, Asia (excluding Hong Kong and Mainland China), and Others.
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