The Gap, Inc. GAP NYSE

The Gap, Inc. (GAP) has shown moderate revenue growth over the past 3 years, expanding from $14.9B to $15.4B (average +1.1%/yr). Net income reached $816M, reflecting exceptional earnings expansion at +21.6%/yr on average. The net profit margin is 5.3%, which is moderate. The company has maintained profitability in all 4 of the past 4 years, demonstrating a consistent earnings track record. The gross margin is 40.8% (moderate), with a +2pp trend over the period. With a $9B market cap and MOAT composite score of 71/100, the company has a strong competitive position.

Criteria proven by this page:

• GROWTH (73/100, Partial) — growth is present but not consistently above 5% across both metrics
• PAST (100/100, Pass) — proving consistent earnings. Looking at the full 58-year history, the company was profitable in 53 of 58 years — an excellent long-term track record
• INCOME (45/100, Partial) — the company is profitable but margin is below 15%
• MOAT (71/100, Pass) — strong gross margins and market scale prove a durable competitive advantage

Overall SharesGrow Score: 72/100 with 5/7 criteria passed.