BGR (BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Aug. 21, 2026)

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BGR BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust BGR
43 GF Score
Price $17.45
GF Value $25.12
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
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What is BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust Moat Score?

BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust BGR +1.04% 43 Moat Score is 5 as of Aug. 21, 2026. GuruFocus rates BGR with a GF Score™ of 43/100 and a GF Value™ of $25.12 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,689 Asset Management companies, BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust ranks better than 98.05% on this metric.

BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust has the Moat Score of 5, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust has Narrow Moat: BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust benefits from BlackRock's strong brand and distribution network. However, as a trust, it lacks direct competitive advantages like proprietary technology or significant market share.

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 BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust  (NYSE:BGR) 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

BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust Moat Score Related Terms

BGR vs FINS, DFP, GLAD: Moat Score Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust'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.

BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust Moat Score vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust (BGR) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Aug. 21, 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, BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust ranks #33 out of 1689 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 2%.
Is BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust's Moat Score too high?
BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust ranks #33 out of 1689 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust has a GF Score™ of 43/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust's Moat Score compare to FINS and DFP?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust ranks #33 out of 1689 companies for Moat Score. This places BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust in the top 2% 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 Asset Management company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Asset Management 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. BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust'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 BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust (BGR) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $25.12, compared to a current price of $17.45 — trading 30.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust's overall GF Score™ is 43/100 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 BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust (BGR), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Aug. 21, 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 BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust (BGR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $17.45 is trading 30.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $25.12. GuruFocus considers BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for BGR:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: $25.12 vs. price of $17.45 (30.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 43/100 with 6 warning signs

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

BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust Business Description

Address 100 Bellevue Parkway, Wilmington, DE, USA, 19809
BlackRock Energy & Resources Trust is a closed-end equity fund providing total return through a combination of current income, gains, and capital appreciation by investing in equity securities and derivatives of energy and natural resources companies. The fund invests in various sectors such as information technology, financials, healthcare, consumer discretionary, industrial, energy, materials, utilities, and others.
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