BEKSF (NV Bekaert) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 03, 2026)


BEKSF NV Bekaert SA BEKSF
72 GF Score
Price $42.70
GF Value $38.50
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What is NV Bekaert Moat Score?

NV Bekaert BEKSF 72 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 03, 2026. GuruFocus rates BEKSF with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of $38.50. The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,041 Industrial Products companies, NV Bekaert ranks better than 96.94% on this metric.

NV Bekaert has the Moat Score of 5, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

NV Bekaert has Narrow Moat: NV Bekaert SA has a solid narrow moat due to its leading position in steel wire transformation and coating technologies. The company benefits from economies of scale and a strong distribution network, but faces competition and lacks unique IP or regulatory barriers for a wide moat.

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 NV Bekaert might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

NV Bekaert  (OTCPK:BEKSF) 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

NV Bekaert Moat Score Related Terms

BEKSF vs CRS, ATI, MLI: Moat Score Comparison

For the Metal Fabrication subindustry, NV Bekaert'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.

NV Bekaert Moat Score vs Industrial Products Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where NV Bekaert's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
NV Bekaert (BEKSF) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jul. 03, 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, NV Bekaert ranks #93 out of 3041 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 3.1%.
Is NV Bekaert's Moat Score too high?
NV Bekaert's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, NV Bekaert ranks #93 out of 3041 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, NV Bekaert has a GF Score™ of 72/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does NV Bekaert's Moat Score compare to CRS and ATI?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, NV Bekaert ranks #93 out of 3041 companies for Moat Score. This places NV Bekaert in the top 3% 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. NV Bekaert'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 NV Bekaert stock overvalued right now?
NV Bekaert (BEKSF) has a current Moat Score of 5. The stock's GF Value™ is $38.50, compared to a current price of $42.70 — trading 10.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. NV Bekaert's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 6 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 NV Bekaert (BEKSF), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 03, 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 NV Bekaert (BEKSF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, NV Bekaert stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $42.70 is trading 10.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of $38.50.

Key valuation signals for BEKSF:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: $38.50 vs. price of $42.70 (10.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 6 warning signs

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

NV Bekaert Business Description

Address Bekaertstraat 2, Zwevegem, BEL, BE-8550
NV Bekaert SA uses metal treatment technologies to deliver a portfolio of steel wire products and coating solutions to customers. It operates in four segments: rubber reinforcement, steel wire solutions, specialty businesses, and Bridon-Bekaert Ropes Group. The company's products help reduce friction, improve corrosion resistance, and enhance adhesion with other materials. Bekaert's offerings are used across sectors such as automotive, construction, energy, agriculture, and consumer goods. The company operates in China, the USA, Belgium, India, Slovakia, and other countries. The majority of revenue is from international (Others).
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