EAF (GrafTech International) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Jun. 27, 2026)


EAF GrafTech International Ltd EAF
53 GF Score
Price $7.20
GF Value $13.35
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is GrafTech International Moat Score?

GrafTech International EAF -1.64% 53 Moat Score is 4 as of Jun. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates EAF with a GF Score™ of 53/100 and a GF Value™ of $13.35 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,049 Industrial Products companies, GrafTech International ranks better than 94% on this metric.

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

GrafTech International has Narrow Moat: GrafTech benefits from proprietary technology and economies of scale in graphite electrode production. However, market volatility and competition limit its moat to a discernible but modest level.

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 GrafTech International might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

GrafTech International  (NYSE:EAF) 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

GrafTech International Moat Score Related Terms

EAF vs RFIL, TGEN, ESP: Moat Score Comparison

For the Electrical Equipment & Parts subindustry, GrafTech International'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.

GrafTech International Moat Score vs Industrial Products Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where GrafTech International's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
GrafTech International (EAF) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Jun. 27, 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, GrafTech International ranks #183 out of 3049 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 6%.
Is GrafTech International's Moat Score too high?
GrafTech International's current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, GrafTech International ranks #183 out of 3049 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, GrafTech International has a GF Score™ of 53/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does GrafTech International's Moat Score compare to RFIL and TGEN?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, GrafTech International ranks #183 out of 3049 companies for Moat Score. This places GrafTech International 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. GrafTech International'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 GrafTech International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, GrafTech International (EAF) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $13.35, compared to a current price of $7.20 — trading 46.1% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. GrafTech International's overall GF Score™ is 53/100 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 GrafTech International (EAF), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Jun. 27, 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 GrafTech International (EAF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, GrafTech International stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $7.20 is trading 46.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $13.35. GuruFocus considers GrafTech International to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for EAF:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: $13.35 vs. price of $7.20 (46.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 53/100 with 4 warning signs

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

GrafTech International Business Description

Other Exchanges EAF:MexicoG6G0:Germany
Address 982 Keynote Circle, Brooklyn Heights, Independence, OH, USA, 44131
GrafTech International Ltd is a manufacturer of high-quality graphite electrode products essential to the production of EAF steel and other ferrous and non-ferrous metals. The company has only reportable segment, Industrial Materials, is comprised of its two product categories: graphite electrodes and petroleum needle coke products used as raw material in the production of graphite electrodes.
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