ECHO (EchoStar) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


ECHO EchoStar Corp ECHO
48 GF Score
Price $97.26
GF Value $19.76
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is EchoStar Moat Score?

EchoStar ECHO -3.01% 48 Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates ECHO with a GF Score™ of 48/100 and a GF Value™ of $19.76 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 392 Telecommunication Services companies, EchoStar ranks better than 85.97% on this metric.

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

EchoStar has Narrow Moat: EchoStar Corp has a solid narrow moat with a strong distribution network and some pricing power. However, it lacks the extensive regulatory barriers and customer loyalty needed 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 EchoStar might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

EchoStar  (NAS:ECHO) 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

EchoStar Moat Score Related Terms

ECHO vs CHTR, TIGO, LUMN: Moat Score Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, EchoStar'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.

EchoStar Moat Score vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, EchoStar's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where EchoStar'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?
EchoStar (ECHO) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jun. 25, 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, EchoStar ranks #55 out of 392 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 14%.
Is EchoStar's Moat Score too high?
EchoStar's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, EchoStar ranks #55 out of 392 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, EchoStar has a GF Score™ of 48/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does EchoStar's Moat Score compare to CHTR and TIGO?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, EchoStar ranks #55 out of 392 companies for Moat Score. This places EchoStar in the top 14% 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 Telecommunication Services company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Telecommunication 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. EchoStar'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 EchoStar stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, EchoStar (ECHO) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $19.76, compared to a current price of $97.26 — trading 392.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. EchoStar's overall GF Score™ is 48/100 with 10 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 EchoStar (ECHO), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 25, 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 EchoStar (ECHO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, EchoStar stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $97.26 is trading 392.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $19.76. GuruFocus considers EchoStar to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for ECHO:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: $19.76 vs. price of $97.26 (392.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 48/100 with 10 warning signs

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

EchoStar Business Description

Other Exchanges 1SATS:ItalyE20:Germany
Address 9601 South Meridian Boulevard, Englewood, CO, USA, 80112
Satellite television provides the bulk of EchoStar's revenue. The firm serves about 5 million US satellite customers, about 10% of the traditional television market. It also serves 2 million customers under the Sling brand. EchoStar has also amassed an extensive portfolio of spectrum licenses. It acquired Sprint's prepaid business, serving approximately 7 million customers, primarily under the Boost brand. The firm has agreed to sell a portion of its wireless licenses to AT&T and SpaceX, and will rely heavily on the AT&T network to serve customers. EchoStar's legacy businesses provide satellite telecom services and equipment to businesses and consumers, including about 700,000 internet customers.
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