FF (FutureFuel) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


FF FutureFuel Corp FF
57 GF Score
Price $4.12
GF Value $1.97
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is FutureFuel Moat Score?

FutureFuel FF -0.96% 57 Moat Score is 4 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates FF with a GF Score™ of 57/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.97 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,628 Chemicals companies, FutureFuel ranks better than 93.18% on this metric.

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

FutureFuel has Narrow Moat: FutureFuel has a modest moat due to its niche position in the biofuels and chemicals market. While it benefits from some cost advantages and proprietary technology, the competitive landscape and lack of strong brand loyalty 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 FutureFuel might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

FutureFuel  (NYSE:FF) 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

FutureFuel Moat Score Related Terms

FF vs AMTX, RLEA, CMT: Moat Score Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, FutureFuel'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.

FutureFuel Moat Score vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, FutureFuel's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
FutureFuel (FF) has a Moat Score of 4 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, FutureFuel ranks #111 out of 1628 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 6.8%.
Is FutureFuel's Moat Score too high?
FutureFuel's current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, FutureFuel ranks #111 out of 1628 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, FutureFuel has a GF Score™ of 57/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does FutureFuel's Moat Score compare to AMTX and RLEA?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, FutureFuel ranks #111 out of 1628 companies for Moat Score. This places FutureFuel in the top 7% 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 Chemicals company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Chemicals 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. FutureFuel'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 FutureFuel stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FutureFuel (FF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.97, compared to a current price of $4.12 — trading 109.1% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. FutureFuel's overall GF Score™ is 57/100 with 5 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 FutureFuel (FF), the current Moat Score is 4 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 FutureFuel (FF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FutureFuel stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $4.12 is trading 109.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $1.97. GuruFocus considers FutureFuel to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FF:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: $1.97 vs. price of $4.12 (109.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 57/100 with 5 warning signs

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

FutureFuel Business Description

Other Exchanges 3FF:Germany
Address 2800 Gap Road, Batesville, AR, USA, 72501
FutureFuel Corp makes and sells diversified chemical products, bio-based fuel products, and specialty chemical products. The company is organized into two segments based on product type: biofuels and chemicals. The biofuels segment sells biodiesel and other petroleum products, with fuels made from a mix of diesel, vegetable oils, and grease feedstock. The chemicals segment, which generates the majority of revenue, sells products used in the production of agricultural chemicals, including herbicides, as well as coatings and cleaning products such as detergents.
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