BV (BrightView Holdings) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Aug. 20, 2026)

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BV BrightView Holdings Inc BV
73 GF Score
Price $11.19
GF Value $13.52
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is BrightView Holdings Moat Score?

BrightView Holdings BV -2.82% 73 Moat Score is 5 as of Aug. 20, 2026. GuruFocus rates BV with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of $13.52 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,088 Business Services companies, BrightView Holdings ranks better than 95.96% on this metric.

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

BrightView Holdings has Narrow Moat: BrightView Holdings Inc has a solid narrow moat due to its leading position in the landscaping services industry and economies of scale. However, the industry is fragmented, and competition limits its pricing power.

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 BrightView Holdings might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

BrightView Holdings  (NYSE:BV) 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

BrightView Holdings Moat Score Related Terms

BV vs LZ, RHLD, TIC: Moat Score Comparison

For the Specialty Business Services subindustry, BrightView Holdings'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.

BrightView Holdings Moat Score vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, BrightView Holdings's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where BrightView Holdings's Moat Score falls into.


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73GF Score
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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
BrightView Holdings (BV) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Aug. 20, 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, BrightView Holdings ranks #44 out of 1088 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 4%.
Is BrightView Holdings' Moat Score too high?
BrightView Holdings' current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, BrightView Holdings ranks #44 out of 1088 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, BrightView Holdings has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does BrightView Holdings' Moat Score compare to LZ and RHLD?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, BrightView Holdings ranks #44 out of 1088 companies for Moat Score. This places BrightView Holdings in the top 4% 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 Business Services company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Business Services 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. BrightView Holdings'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 BrightView Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BrightView Holdings (BV) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $13.52, compared to a current price of $11.19 — trading 17.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. BrightView Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 3 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 BrightView Holdings (BV), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Aug. 20, 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 BrightView Holdings (BV) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BrightView Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $11.19 is trading 17.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $13.52. GuruFocus considers BrightView Holdings to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for BV:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: $13.52 vs. price of $11.19 (17.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 3 warning signs

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

BrightView Holdings Business Description

Other Exchanges 7BV:Germany
Address 980 Jolly Road, Blue Bell, PA, USA, 19422
BrightView Holdings Inc is a provider of commercial landscaping services in the United States. The company provides commercial landscaping services, landscape maintenance, and enhancements to tree care and landscape development. It operates through two segments namely Maintenance Services, and Development Services. The Maintenance Services are self-performed through a national branch network and are route-based in nature. It includes mowing, gardening, mulching and snow removal, water management etc. And Development Services are comprised of sophisticated design, coordination, and installation of landscapes at recognizable corporate, athletic, and university complexes. The company generates a majority of its revenue from Maintenance Services.
73GF Score

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$11.19
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