ET (Energy Transfer LP) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 28, 2026)


ET Energy Transfer LP ET
84 GF Score
Price $19.17
GF Value $19.07
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 10 Warning Signs
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What is Energy Transfer LP Moat Score?

Energy Transfer LP ET -0.05% 84 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 28, 2026. GuruFocus rates ET with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of $19.07 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,044 Oil & Gas companies, Energy Transfer LP ranks better than 98.47% on this metric.

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

Energy Transfer LP has Narrow Moat: ET has a strong narrow moat due to its extensive pipeline network and economies of scale in the energy sector. It benefits from regulatory barriers and some pricing power, but faces competition and regulatory risks that prevent a wide moat classification.

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 Energy Transfer LP might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Energy Transfer LP  (NYSE:ET) 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

Energy Transfer LP Moat Score Related Terms

ET vs KMI, MPLX, TRGP: Moat Score Comparison

For the Oil & Gas Midstream subindustry, Energy Transfer LP'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.

Energy Transfer LP Moat Score vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Energy Transfer LP's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Energy Transfer LP's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Energy Transfer LP (ET) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jun. 28, 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, Energy Transfer LP ranks #16 out of 1044 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 1.5%.
Is Energy Transfer LP's Moat Score too high?
Energy Transfer LP's current Moat Score is 6. The Oil & Gas industry median Moat Score is 1.00. Energy Transfer LP's value of 6 is 500% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Energy Transfer LP ranks #16 out of 1044 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Energy Transfer LP has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Energy Transfer LP's Moat Score compare to KMI and MPLX?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Energy Transfer LP ranks #16 out of 1044 companies for Moat Score. This places Energy Transfer LP in the top 2% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Moat Score is 1.00. Energy Transfer LP's value of 6 is 500% above this benchmark. 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 Oil & Gas company?
The median Moat Score among Oil & Gas companies is 1.00, based on 1,044 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Moat Score significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Energy Transfer LP's current Moat Score of 6 is 500% above the industry median. 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. For the Oil & Gas industry, the median Moat Score is 1.00 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Energy Transfer LP'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 Energy Transfer LP stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Energy Transfer LP (ET) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $19.07, compared to a current price of $19.17 — trading 0.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6 and 500% above the Oil & Gas industry median of 1.00. Energy Transfer LP's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 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 Energy Transfer LP (ET), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 28, 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 Energy Transfer LP (ET) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Energy Transfer LP stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $19.17 is trading 0.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $19.07. GuruFocus considers Energy Transfer LP to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for ET:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: $19.07 vs. price of $19.17 (0.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 10 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 500% above the Oil & Gas median (#16 of 1044)

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

Energy Transfer LP Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Address 8111 Westchester Drive, Suite 600, Dallas, TX, USA, 75225
Energy Transfer is a diversified midstream firm operating from wellhead to consuming demand. It handles natural gas, natural gas liquids, crude oil, and refined products. Commodities are moved through its network of field-level gathering and processing to refineries and demand centers. Operations are concentrated in Texas and the midcontinent United States. It also controls Sunoco and USA Compression through its general partner relationship.
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