EPAM (EPAM Systems) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 21, 2026)

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EPAM EPAM Systems Inc EPAM
74 GF Score
Price $89.22
GF Value $258.23
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
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What is EPAM Systems Moat Score?

EPAM Systems EPAM -0.20% 74 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 21, 2026. GuruFocus rates EPAM with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of $258.23 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,838 Software companies, EPAM Systems ranks better than 97.89% on this metric.

EPAM Systems has the Moat Score of 6, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

EPAM Systems has Narrow Moat: EPAM Systems has a strong narrow moat with its robust IT services and consulting capabilities. It benefits from customer switching costs and a strong brand in the tech industry. However, it lacks the durable cost advantages or regulatory barriers 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 EPAM Systems might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

EPAM Systems  (NYSE:EPAM) 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

EPAM Systems Moat Score Related Terms

EPAM vs EXLS, SAIC, G: Moat Score Comparison

For the Information Technology Services subindustry, EPAM Systems'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.

EPAM Systems Moat Score vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, EPAM Systems's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where EPAM Systems's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
EPAM Systems (EPAM) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jul. 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, EPAM Systems ranks #60 out of 2838 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 2.1%.
Is EPAM Systems' Moat Score too high?
EPAM Systems' current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, EPAM Systems ranks #60 out of 2838 companies in the Software industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, EPAM Systems has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does EPAM Systems' Moat Score compare to EXLS and SAIC?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, EPAM Systems ranks #60 out of 2838 companies for Moat Score. This places EPAM Systems 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 a Software company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Software 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. EPAM Systems's current Moat Score is 6. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is EPAM Systems stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, EPAM Systems (EPAM) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $258.23, compared to a current price of $89.22 — trading 65.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. EPAM Systems' overall GF Score™ is 74/100 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 EPAM Systems (EPAM), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 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 EPAM Systems (EPAM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, EPAM Systems stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $89.22 is trading 65.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of $258.23. GuruFocus considers EPAM Systems to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for EPAM:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: $258.23 vs. price of $89.22 (65.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 3 warning signs

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

EPAM Systems Business Description

Address 41 University Drive, Suite 202, Newtown, PA, USA, 18940
EPAM Systems is a global IT services firm with a focus on platform engineering, software development, and consulting services. The company used to host large engineer bases in Ukraine, Belarus, and Russia, but it now delivers from various locations across different continents. EPAM's largest market is North America, which represents approximately 60% of revenue.
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