Carrier Global (XSWX:CARR) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 02, 2026)


XSWX:CARR Carrier Global Corp XSWX:CARR
79 GF Score
Price CHF59.04
GF Value CHF55.46
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What is Carrier Global Moat Score?

Carrier Global XSWX:CARR -0.82% 79 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 02, 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:CARR with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF55.46. The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,839 Construction companies, Carrier Global ranks better than 99.35% on this metric.

Carrier Global has the Moat Score of 6, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Carrier Global has Narrow Moat: Carrier Global Corp benefits from strong brand recognition and economies of scale in the HVAC industry. It has a solid distribution network and some pricing power, but faces competition that limits its moat to a strong narrow category.

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 Carrier Global might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Carrier Global  (XSWX:CARR) 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

Carrier Global Moat Score Related Terms

XSWX:CARR vs JCI, LII, MAIR: Moat Score Comparison

For the Building Products & Equipment subindustry, Carrier Global'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.

Carrier Global Moat Score vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Carrier Global's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Carrier Global (XSWX:CARR) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jul. 02, 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, Carrier Global ranks #12 out of 1839 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 0.7%.
Is Carrier Global's Moat Score too high?
Carrier Global's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Carrier Global ranks #12 out of 1839 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Carrier Global has a GF Score™ of 79/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Carrier Global's Moat Score compare to JCI and LII?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Carrier Global ranks #12 out of 1839 companies for Moat Score. This places Carrier Global 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 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. Carrier Global's current Moat Score is 6. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Carrier Global stock overvalued right now?
Carrier Global (XSWX:CARR) has a current Moat Score of 6. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF55.46, compared to a current price of CHF59.04 — trading 6.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Carrier Global's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 with 10 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 Carrier Global (XSWX:CARR), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 02, 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 Carrier Global (XSWX:CARR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Carrier Global stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of CHF59.04 is trading 6.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF55.46.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:CARR:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: CHF55.46 vs. price of CHF59.04 (6.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 10 warning signs

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

Carrier Global Business Description

Address 13995 Pasteur Boulevard, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, USA, 33418
Carrier Global, spun out of United Technologies in 2020, manufactures and services commercial and residential HVAC systems and transportation refrigeration solutions under its flagship Carrier brand, as well as Bryant, Payne, Heil, and others across various price points. In 2024, Carrier acquired Viessmann Climate Solutions to expand its footprint in Europe with heat pumps, boilers, and solar PV equipment. Proceeds from the sale of Carrier's fire and security (Honeywell) and commercial refrigeration (Haier) businesses reduced debt and focused the company on global HVAC and refrigeration solutions. Carrier generates 75% of sales from equipment and 25% from parts and services. The company derives 50% of revenue from the US, 30% from Europe, and 20% from the Asia-Pacific region.
79GF Score

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