Block, Inc. (XYZ) — Stock Score Summary

Block, Inc. (XYZ) has a MoatMap StockRank of 64/100 based on Quality (49/100), Value (41/100), and Momentum (58/100) factor scores. The current signal is HOLD. Block, Inc. is a complex fintech story with inconsistent profitability and capital allocation. It lacks the clean, high-ROIC profile of a Terry Smith compounder and does not directly align with our core 18-month macro themes.

Block, Inc. provides financial services and tools for individuals and businesses through its Square (seller ecosystem) and Cash App (consumer ecosystem) segments. The company benefits from strong network effects within both its ecosystems, proprietary technology, and early mover advantage in specific fintech niches. Block is a leading innovator in financial technology, disrupting traditional banking and payments with a focus on simplicity, accessibility, and integrated services.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$70.18
Market Cap$44.3B
P/E (TTM)55.38
P/E (Forward)14.23
Price/Book1.92
Return on Equity3.7%
Return on Invested Capital10.4%
Debt/Equity37.51
Gross Margin45.1%
Operating Margin-2.6%
Revenue Growth4.9%
Free Cash Flow$-795M

Block, Inc. operates in the Software - Infrastructure industry, part of the Technology sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Block, Inc.’s (XYZ) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Block, Inc. (XYZ) is 64/100, with a Hold signal. It is a composite of Quality (49), Value (41), and Momentum (58) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Block, Inc. have an economic moat?
Block, Inc. (XYZ) has a Quality factor score of 49/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Block, Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Block, Inc. (XYZ) is Hold, based on a StockRank of 64/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Block, Inc. in?
Block, Inc. (XYZ) operates in the Technology sector, specifically the Software - Infrastructure industry (United States).