JACK (Jack In The Box) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jun. 24, 2026)


JACK Jack In The Box Inc JACK
65 GF Score
Price $13.35
GF Value $37.97
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Jack In The Box Moat Score?

Jack In The Box JACK +15.33% 65 Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 24, 2026. GuruFocus rates JACK with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of $37.97 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 370 Restaurants companies, Jack In The Box ranks better than 93.51% on this metric.

Jack In The Box has the Moat Score of 5, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Jack In The Box has Narrow Moat: Jack In The Box Inc has a solid narrow moat with strong brand recognition and customer loyalty in the fast-food industry. It benefits from economies of scale and a well-established distribution network. However, intense competition and low switching costs in the fast-food sector limit its pricing power and market share sustainability.

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 Jack In The Box might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Jack In The Box  (NAS:JACK) 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

Jack In The Box Moat Score Related Terms

JACK vs VENU, RICK, BRCB: Moat Score Comparison

For the Restaurants subindustry, Jack In The Box'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.

Jack In The Box Moat Score vs Restaurants Industry

For the Restaurants industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Jack In The Box's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Jack In The Box'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?
Jack In The Box (JACK) has a Moat Score of 5 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, Jack In The Box ranks #24 out of 370 companies in the Restaurants industry, placing it in the top 6.5%.
Is Jack In The Box's Moat Score too high?
Jack In The Box's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Jack In The Box ranks #24 out of 370 companies in the Restaurants industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Jack In The Box has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Jack In The Box's Moat Score compare to VENU and RICK?
According to the Restaurants industry distribution chart, Jack In The Box ranks #24 out of 370 companies for Moat Score. This places Jack In The Box 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 Restaurants company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Restaurants 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. Jack In The Box'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 Jack In The Box stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Jack In The Box (JACK) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $37.97, compared to a current price of $13.35 — trading 64.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Jack In The Box's overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 5 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 Jack In The Box (JACK), the current Moat Score is 5 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 Jack In The Box (JACK) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Jack In The Box stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $13.35 is trading 64.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $37.97. GuruFocus considers Jack In The Box to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for JACK:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: $37.97 vs. price of $13.35 (64.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 65/100 with 5 warning signs

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

Jack In The Box Business Description

Other Exchanges JACK:MexicoJBX:Germany
Address 9357 Spectrum Center Boulevard, San Diego, CA, USA, 92123
Jack In The Box Inc operates quick-service restaurants and fast-casual restaurants across various states in the United States of America. Its core business includes the Jack in the Box hamburger chain, known for a broad menu that features hamburgers, tacos, sandwiches, salads, and breakfast items. The company also operates the Del Taco brand, which offers a variety of both Mexican and American favorites such as burritos and fries. These foods are available with the option of customization as per customer requirements. The company also offers catering and delivery services to its customers. Jack in the Box and Del Taco restaurant brands are the two reportable operating segments, of which, Jack in the Box generates maximum revenue for the company.
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