AMSC (American Superconductor) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


AMSC American Superconductor Corp AMSC
78 GF Score
Price $40.28
GF Value $30.86
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is American Superconductor Moat Score?

American Superconductor AMSC -1.44% 78 Moat Score is 4 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates AMSC with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of $30.86 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,049 Industrial Products companies, American Superconductor ranks better than 94% on this metric.

American Superconductor has the Moat Score of 4, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

American Superconductor has Narrow Moat: AMSC has proprietary technology in superconductors and grid solutions, providing some competitive edge. However, it faces significant competition and lacks strong customer loyalty or regulatory barriers.

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 American Superconductor might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

American Superconductor  (NAS:AMSC) 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

American Superconductor Moat Score Related Terms

AMSC vs CXT, HLIO, BW: Moat Score Comparison

For the Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, American Superconductor'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.

American Superconductor Moat Score vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, American Superconductor's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


AMSC
78GF Score
American Superconductor Corp AMSC
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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
American Superconductor (AMSC) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Jun. 25, 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, American Superconductor ranks #183 out of 3049 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 6%.
Is American Superconductor's Moat Score too high?
American Superconductor's current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, American Superconductor ranks #183 out of 3049 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, American Superconductor has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does American Superconductor's Moat Score compare to CXT and HLIO?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, American Superconductor ranks #183 out of 3049 companies for Moat Score. This places American Superconductor in the top 6% 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 an Industrial Products company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Industrial Products 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. American Superconductor's current Moat Score is 4. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is American Superconductor stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, American Superconductor (AMSC) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $30.86, compared to a current price of $40.28 — trading 30.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. American Superconductor's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 7 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 American Superconductor (AMSC), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Jun. 25, 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 American Superconductor (AMSC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, American Superconductor stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $40.28 is trading 30.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $30.86. GuruFocus considers American Superconductor to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for AMSC:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: $30.86 vs. price of $40.28 (30.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 7 warning signs

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

American Superconductor Business Description

Address 114 East Main Street, Ayer, MA, USA, 01432
American Superconductor Corp generates the ideas, technologies, and solutions that meet the world's demand for smarter, cleaner, and energy. Through its Windtec Solutions, the company enables manufacturers to launch wind turbines quickly, effectively, and profitably. Through its Gridtec Solutions, the company provides engineering planning services and grid systems that optimize network reliability, efficiency, and performance. The company's segment includes Grid and Wind. It generates maximum revenue from the Grid segment.
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