TXN (Texas Instruments) Moat Score: 8/10 (As of Jun. 29, 2026)


TXN Texas Instruments Inc TXN
84 GF Score
Price $285.48
GF Value $212.59
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Texas Instruments Moat Score?

Texas Instruments TXN +0.02% 84 Moat Score is 8 as of Jun. 29, 2026. GuruFocus rates TXN with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of $212.59 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,000 Semiconductors companies, Texas Instruments ranks better than 99.6% on this metric.

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

Texas Instruments has Wide Moat: Texas Instruments Inc has a robust wide moat due to its leading market share in analog semiconductors, strong brand, economies of scale, and significant R&D capabilities. Its durable cost advantages and pricing power further solidify its competitive position.

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 Texas Instruments might have Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat.

Texas Instruments  (NAS:TXN) 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

Texas Instruments Moat Score Related Terms

TXN vs MRVL, QCOM, ADI: Moat Score Comparison

For the Semiconductors subindustry, Texas Instruments'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.

Texas Instruments Moat Score vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, Texas Instruments's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Texas Instruments'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?
Texas Instruments (TXN) has a Moat Score of 8 as of Jun. 29, 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, Texas Instruments ranks #4 out of 1000 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 0.40000000000001%.
Is Texas Instruments' Moat Score too high?
Texas Instruments' current Moat Score is 8. Based on the distribution chart, Texas Instruments ranks #4 out of 1000 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Texas Instruments has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Texas Instruments' Moat Score compare to MRVL and QCOM?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, Texas Instruments ranks #4 out of 1000 companies for Moat Score. This places Texas Instruments in the top 0% 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 Semiconductors company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Semiconductors 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. Texas Instruments'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 Texas Instruments stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Texas Instruments (TXN) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $212.59, compared to a current price of $285.48 — trading 34.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 8. Texas Instruments' overall GF Score™ is 84/100 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 Texas Instruments (TXN), the current Moat Score is 8 as of Jun. 29, 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 Texas Instruments (TXN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Texas Instruments stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $285.48 is trading 34.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $212.59. GuruFocus considers Texas Instruments to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TXN:

  • Moat Score: 8
  • GF Value™: $212.59 vs. price of $285.48 (34.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 5 warning signs

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

Texas Instruments Business Description

Address 12500 TI Boulevard, Dallas, TX, USA, 75243
Dallas-based Texas Instruments generates over 95% of its revenue from semiconductors and the remainder from its well-known calculators. Texas Instruments is the world's largest maker of analog chips, which are used to process real-world signals such as sound and power. Texas Instruments also has a leading market share position in processors and microcontrollers used in a wide variety of electronics applications.
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