Sime Darby Bhd (XKLS:4197) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 21, 2026)

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XKLS:4197 Sime Darby Bhd XKLS:4197
87 GF Score
Price RM2.09
GF Value RM2.48
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Sime Darby Bhd Moat Score?

Sime Darby Bhd XKLS:4197 -0.48% 87 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 21, 2026. GuruFocus rates XKLS:4197 with a GF Score™ of 87/100 and a GF Value™ of RM2.48 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,312 Vehicles & Parts companies, Sime Darby Bhd ranks better than 94.51% on this metric.

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

Sime Darby Bhd has Narrow Moat: Sime Darby Bhd has a solid narrow moat due to its strong brand and extensive distribution network in the diversified industrial sector. However, it faces competition that limits its pricing power and market leadership.

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 Sime Darby Bhd might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Sime Darby Bhd  (XKLS:4197) 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

Sime Darby Bhd Moat Score Related Terms

XKLS:4197 vs TSLA, GM, F: Moat Score Comparison

For the Auto Manufacturers subindustry, Sime Darby Bhd'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.

Sime Darby Bhd Moat Score vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Sime Darby Bhd's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Sime Darby Bhd's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Sime Darby Bhd (XKLS:4197) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jul. 21, 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, Sime Darby Bhd ranks #72 out of 1312 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 5.5%.
Is Sime Darby Bhd's Moat Score too high?
Sime Darby Bhd's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Sime Darby Bhd ranks #72 out of 1312 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Sime Darby Bhd has a GF Score™ of 87/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sime Darby Bhd's Moat Score compare to TSLA and GM?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Sime Darby Bhd ranks #72 out of 1312 companies for Moat Score. This places Sime Darby Bhd in the top 6% 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Vehicles & Parts 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. Sime Darby Bhd'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 Sime Darby Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sime Darby Bhd (XKLS:4197) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM2.48, compared to a current price of RM2.09 — trading 15.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Sime Darby Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 87/100 with 7 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 Sime Darby Bhd (XKLS:4197), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 21, 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 Sime Darby Bhd (XKLS:4197) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sime Darby Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM2.09 is trading 15.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM2.48. GuruFocus considers Sime Darby Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:4197:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: RM2.48 vs. price of RM2.09 (15.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 87/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:4197 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Sime Darby Bhd Business Description

Address Jalan PJU 1A/2, Level 9, Menara Sime, Oasis Corporate Park, Ara Damansara, Darul Ehsan, Petaling Jaya, SGR, MYS, 47301
Sime Darby Bhd is a Malaysia-based investment holding company. It organizes itself into four segments, based on business type: motors, industrial, UMW, Corporate, and others. Its industrial segment, the majority revenue-generating segment, offers sales, rentals, and servicing of equipment, while the motors segment focuses on vehicle assembly, distribution, and related after-sales services. The company operates principally in the Asia-Pacific region, particularly Malaysia, with additional presence in markets in several countries through its subsidiaries and regional operations. Its business model emphasizes expanding its footprint in key sectors and leveraging established brands to capture growth across multiple geographic markets.
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