Henkel AG KGaA (XSWX:HEN3) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 24, 2026)


XSWX:HEN3 Henkel AG & Co KGaA XSWX:HEN3
76 GF Score
Price CHF63.74
GF Value CHF64.12
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Henkel AG KGaA Moat Score?

Henkel AG KGaA XSWX:HEN3 76 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 24, 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:HEN3 with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF64.12. The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,058 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Henkel AG KGaA ranks better than 98.54% on this metric.

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

Henkel AG KGaA has Narrow Moat: Henkel AG & Co KGaA possesses a strong narrow moat with its valuable intellectual property, strong brand strength, and economies of scale in the consumer goods sector. The company's innovation and R&D capabilities further support its competitive position, though not enough for a wide moat.

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 Henkel AG KGaA might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Henkel AG KGaA  (XSWX:HEN3) 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

Henkel AG KGaA Moat Score Related Terms

XSWX:HEN3 vs PG, CL, KVUE: Moat Score Comparison

For the Household & Personal Products subindustry, Henkel AG KGaA'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.

Henkel AG KGaA Moat Score vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Henkel AG KGaA's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Henkel AG KGaA'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?
Henkel AG KGaA (XSWX:HEN3) has a Moat Score of 6 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, Henkel AG KGaA ranks #30 out of 2058 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 1.5%.
Is Henkel AG KGaA's Moat Score too high?
Henkel AG KGaA's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Henkel AG KGaA ranks #30 out of 2058 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Henkel AG KGaA has a GF Score™ of 76/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Henkel AG KGaA's Moat Score compare to PG and CL?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Henkel AG KGaA ranks #30 out of 2058 companies for Moat Score. This places Henkel AG KGaA in the top 2% 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Consumer Packaged Goods 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. Henkel AG KGaA'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 Henkel AG KGaA stock overvalued right now?
Henkel AG KGaA (XSWX:HEN3) has a current Moat Score of 6. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF64.12, compared to a current price of CHF63.74 — trading 0.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Henkel AG KGaA's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 2 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 Henkel AG KGaA (XSWX:HEN3), the current Moat Score is 6 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 Henkel AG KGaA (XSWX:HEN3) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Henkel AG KGaA stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of CHF63.74 is trading 0.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF64.12.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:HEN3:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: CHF64.12 vs. price of CHF63.74 (0.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:HEN3 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Henkel AG KGaA Business Description

Address Henkelstrasse 67, Duesseldorf, NW, DEU, 40589
Two distinct customer groups constitute Henkel. The consumer segment (around 47% of consolidated 2025 sales) is laundry and homecare, including the Persil and Purex laundry detergent brands; haircare, including the Schwarzkopf brand; and other brands, including Dial in hand soap. The adhesive technologies segment makes up the remaining 53% of sales. Sales in Europe accounted for 38% of the firm's consolidated total in 2025, while Asia-Pacific and North America accounted for 17% and 26%, respectively.
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