FRACF (Foraco International) Moat Score: 2/10 (As of Aug. 01, 2026)

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FRACF Foraco International SA FRACF
72 GF Score
Price $1.64
GF Value $1.51
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Foraco International Moat Score?

Foraco International FRACF +0.99% 72 Moat Score is 2 as of Aug. 01, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRACF with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.51 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,601 Metals & Mining companies, Foraco International ranks better than 83.28% on this metric.

Foraco International has the Moat Score of 2, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Foraco International has No Moat: Foraco International SA operates in the drilling services industry with limited market share and no significant intellectual property. The company faces intense competition and lacks durable cost advantages, resulting in a weak competitive position.

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 Foraco International might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Foraco International  (OTCPK:FRACF) 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

Foraco International Moat Score Related Terms

Foraco International Moat Score Competitor Comparison

For the Other Industrial Metals & Mining subindustry, Foraco 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.

Foraco International Moat Score vs Metals & Mining Industry

For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, Foraco International's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 2 mean?
Foraco International (FRACF) has a Moat Score of 2 as of Aug. 01, 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, Foraco International ranks #435 out of 2601 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 16.7%.
Is Foraco International's Moat Score too high?
Foraco International's current Moat Score is 2. The Metals & Mining industry median Moat Score is 1.00. Foraco International's value of 2 is 100% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Foraco International ranks #435 out of 2601 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Foraco International has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Foraco International's Moat Score compare to competitors?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, Foraco International ranks #435 out of 2601 companies for Moat Score. This places Foraco International in the top 17% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Moat Score is 1.00. Foraco International's value of 2 is 100% 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 a Metals & Mining company?
The median Moat Score among Metals & Mining companies is 1.00, based on 2,601 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. Foraco International's current Moat Score of 2 is 100% 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 Metals & Mining 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. Foraco International's current Moat Score is 2. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Foraco International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Foraco International (FRACF) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.51, compared to a current price of $1.64 — trading 8.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 2 and 100% above the Metals & Mining industry median of 1.00. Foraco International's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 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 Foraco International (FRACF), the current Moat Score is 2 as of Aug. 01, 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 Foraco International (FRACF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Foraco International stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $1.64 is trading 8.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $1.51. GuruFocus considers Foraco International to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for FRACF:

  • Moat Score: 2
  • GF Value™: $1.51 vs. price of $1.64 (8.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 100% above the Metals & Mining median (#435 of 2601)

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

Foraco International Business Description

Other Exchanges 3F3:GermanyFAR:Canada
Address 701 Rue des Fournel, Lunel, FRA, 34400
Foraco International SA is the business of providing mineral and water drilling services and hydraulic drilling. It specializes in drilling in harsh environments and isolated locations including desert and mountainous regions. The principal sources of revenue consist of drilling contracts for companies involved in mining and water exploration. The group has its operations in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, North America, South America and the Asia Pacific. The company has two operating segments: Mining segment, which derives maximum revenue, encompasses drilling services for mining companies, including exploration, development, and production drilling; and Water segment provides water-related drilling services, such as water well drilling and environmental services.
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