PepsiCo (XSWX:PEP) Moat Score: 8/10 (As of Jun. 27, 2026)


XSWX:PEP PepsiCo Inc XSWX:PEP
90 GF Score
Price CHF115.00
GF Value CHF140.64
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is PepsiCo Moat Score?

PepsiCo XSWX:PEP 90 Moat Score is 8 as of Jun. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:PEP with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF140.64. The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 120 Beverages - Non-Alcoholic companies, PepsiCo ranks better than 98.33% on this metric.

PepsiCo has the Moat Score of 8, which implies that the company might have Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat.

PepsiCo has Wide Moat: PepsiCo Inc has a robust wide moat due to its strong brand strength, extensive distribution network, and significant economies of scale. The company benefits from high customer loyalty and pricing power, supported by its diverse product portfolio and consistent innovation. PepsiCo's market leadership in the beverage and snack industry further solidifies its durable competitive advantages.

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 PepsiCo might have Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat.

PepsiCo  (XSWX:PEP) 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

PepsiCo Moat Score Related Terms

XSWX:PEP vs MNST, KO, KDP: Moat Score Comparison

For the Beverages - Non-Alcoholic subindustry, PepsiCo'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.

PepsiCo Moat Score vs Beverages - Non-Alcoholic Industry

For the Beverages - Non-Alcoholic industry and Consumer Defensive sector, PepsiCo's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 8 mean?
PepsiCo (XSWX:PEP) has a Moat Score of 8 as of Jun. 27, 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, PepsiCo ranks #2 out of 120 companies in the Beverages - Non-Alcoholic industry, placing it in the top 1.7%.
Is PepsiCo's Moat Score too high?
PepsiCo's current Moat Score is 8. Based on the distribution chart, PepsiCo ranks #2 out of 120 companies in the Beverages - Non-Alcoholic industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, PepsiCo has a GF Score™ of 90/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does PepsiCo's Moat Score compare to MNST and KO?
According to the Beverages - Non-Alcoholic industry distribution chart, PepsiCo ranks #2 out of 120 companies for Moat Score. This places PepsiCo 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 Beverages - Non-Alcoholic company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Beverages - Non-Alcoholic 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. PepsiCo's current Moat Score is 8. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is PepsiCo stock overvalued right now?
PepsiCo (XSWX:PEP) has a current Moat Score of 8. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF140.64, compared to a current price of CHF115.00 — trading 18.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 8. PepsiCo's overall GF Score™ is 90/100 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 PepsiCo (XSWX:PEP), the current Moat Score is 8 as of Jun. 27, 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 PepsiCo (XSWX:PEP) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PepsiCo stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of CHF115.00 is trading 18.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF140.64.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:PEP:

  • Moat Score: 8
  • GF Value™: CHF140.64 vs. price of CHF115.00 (18.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 90/100 with 2 warning signs

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

PepsiCo Business Description

Address 700 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase, NY, USA, 10577
PepsiCo is a global leader in snacks and beverages, owning well-known household brands including Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Gatorade, Lay's, Cheetos, and Doritos, among others. The company dominates the global savory snacks market and also ranks as the second-largest beverage provider in the world (behind Coca-Cola) with diversified exposure to carbonated soft drinks, or CSD, as well as water, sports, and energy drink offerings. Convenience foods account for approximately 58% of its total revenue, with beverages making up the rest. Pepsi owns the bulk of its manufacturing and distribution capacity in the US, but uses bottlers overseas for beverages. International markets made up 41% of total sales and 46% of operating profits before corporate expenses in 2025.
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