BUKS (Butler National) Moat Score: 3/10 (As of Aug. 17, 2026)

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BUKS Butler National Corp BUKS
72 GF Score
Price $4.55
GF Value $1.89
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Butler National Moat Score?

Butler National BUKS -4.21% 72 Moat Score is 3 as of Aug. 17, 2026. GuruFocus rates BUKS with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.89 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 347 Aerospace & Defense companies, Butler National ranks better than 73.49% on this metric.

Butler National has the Moat Score of 3, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Butler National has No Moat: BUKS operates in a competitive market with limited differentiation. It lacks significant market share, brand strength, or customer loyalty. The company does not possess proprietary technology or significant pricing power, and there are no substantial regulatory barriers protecting its 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 Butler National might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Butler National  (OTCPK:BUKS) 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

Butler National Moat Score Related Terms

BUKS vs SPCE, MRLN, ISSC: Moat Score Comparison

For the Aerospace & Defense subindustry, Butler National'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.

Butler National Moat Score vs Aerospace & Defense Industry

For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, Butler National's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Butler National's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 3 mean?
Butler National (BUKS) has a Moat Score of 3 as of Aug. 17, 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, Butler National ranks #92 out of 347 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 26.5%.
Is Butler National's Moat Score too high?
Butler National's current Moat Score is 3. Based on the distribution chart, Butler National ranks #92 out of 347 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Butler National has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Butler National's Moat Score compare to SPCE and MRLN?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, Butler National ranks #92 out of 347 companies for Moat Score. This puts Butler National in the upper half of its industry. 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 Aerospace & Defense company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Aerospace & Defense 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. Butler National's current Moat Score is 3. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Butler National stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Butler National (BUKS) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.89, compared to a current price of $4.55 — trading 140.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 3. Butler National's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 4 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 Butler National (BUKS), the current Moat Score is 3 as of Aug. 17, 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 Butler National (BUKS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Butler National stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $4.55 is trading 140.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $1.89. GuruFocus considers Butler National to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for BUKS:

  • Moat Score: 3
  • GF Value™: $1.89 vs. price of $4.55 (140.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 4 warning signs

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

Butler National Business Description

Address One Aero Plaza, New Century, KS, USA, 66031
Butler National Corp is involved in the design, engineering, manufacturing, selling, integrating, installing, repairing, modifying, overhauling, servicing, and distributing portfolio of aerostructures, aircraft components, avionics, accessories, subassemblies, and systems (Aerospace Products). The group serves the aviation industry, including owners of aircraft and contractors involved with private, commercial, business, and government aircraft operations. It also serves commercial weapon manufacturers and suppliers to governments and their agencies. The company has two operating segments: Professional Services and Aerospace Products. Its main source of revenue comes from the Aerospace Products segment. It operates in North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and other geographical regions.
72GF Score

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