American Airlines Group (XSWX:AAL) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jun. 28, 2026)


XSWX:AAL American Airlines Group Inc XSWX:AAL
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What is American Airlines Group Moat Score?

American Airlines Group XSWX:AAL +1.77% 78 Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 28, 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:AAL with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF12.09. The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,057 Transportation companies, American Airlines Group ranks better than 93.38% on this metric.

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

American Airlines Group has Narrow Moat: American Airlines has a solid narrow moat due to its extensive network and economies of scale. However, intense competition and limited pricing power in the airline industry prevent it from achieving a wide moat status.

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 American Airlines Group might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

American Airlines Group  (XSWX:AAL) 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

American Airlines Group Moat Score Related Terms

XSWX:AAL vs CPA, ALK, SKYW: Moat Score Comparison

For the Airlines subindustry, American Airlines Group'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.

American Airlines Group Moat Score vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, American Airlines Group's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where American Airlines Group's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
American Airlines Group (XSWX:AAL) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jun. 28, 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, American Airlines Group ranks #70 out of 1057 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 6.6%.
Is American Airlines Group's Moat Score too high?
American Airlines Group's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, American Airlines Group ranks #70 out of 1057 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, American Airlines Group has a GF Score™ of 78/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does American Airlines Group's Moat Score compare to CPA and ALK?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, American Airlines Group ranks #70 out of 1057 companies for Moat Score. This places American Airlines Group 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 Transportation company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Transportation 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. American Airlines Group'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 American Airlines Group stock overvalued right now?
American Airlines Group (XSWX:AAL) has a current Moat Score of 5. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF12.09, compared to a current price of CHF14.37 — trading 18.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. American Airlines Group's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 8 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 American Airlines Group (XSWX:AAL), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 28, 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 American Airlines Group (XSWX:AAL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, American Airlines Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of CHF14.37 is trading 18.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF12.09.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:AAL:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: CHF12.09 vs. price of CHF14.37 (18.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 8 warning signs

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

American Airlines Group Business Description

Address 1 Skyview Drive, Fort Worth, TX, USA, 76155
American Airlines is the world's largest airline by aircraft, capacity, and scheduled revenue passenger miles. Its major US hubs are Dallas/Fort Worth, Charlotte, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Philadelphia, Phoenix, and Washington, D.C. It generates over 30% of US airline revenue connecting Latin America with destinations in the United States. After completing a major fleet renewal, the company has the youngest average fleet of US legacy carriers.
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