HTO (H2O America) Moat Score: 1/10 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


HTO H2O America HTO
72 GF Score
Price $59.16
GF Value $57.40
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is H2O America Moat Score?

H2O America HTO 72 Moat Score is 1 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates HTO with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of $57.40 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 546 Utilities - Regulated companies, H2O America ranks better than 74.18% on this metric.

H2O America has the Moat Score of 1, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

H2O America has No Moat: H2O America has minimal competitive advantages. It does not exhibit market leadership, network effects, or significant regulatory barriers. The company lacks strong brand loyalty and durable cost advantages, resulting in a very 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 H2O America might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

H2O America  (NAS:HTO) 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

H2O America Moat Score Related Terms

HTO vs CWT, AWR, MSEX: Moat Score Comparison

For the Utilities - Regulated Water subindustry, H2O America'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.

H2O America Moat Score vs Utilities - Regulated Industry

For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, H2O America's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where H2O America's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 1 mean?
H2O America (HTO) has a Moat Score of 1 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, H2O America ranks #141 out of 546 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 25.8%.
Is H2O America's Moat Score too high?
H2O America's current Moat Score is 1. Based on the distribution chart, H2O America ranks #141 out of 546 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, H2O America has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does H2O America's Moat Score compare to CWT and AWR?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, H2O America ranks #141 out of 546 companies for Moat Score. This puts H2O America in the upper half of its industry. 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 Utilities - Regulated company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Utilities - Regulated 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. H2O America's current Moat Score is 1. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is H2O America stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, H2O America (HTO) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $57.40, compared to a current price of $59.16 — trading 3.1% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 1. H2O America's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 9 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 H2O America (HTO), the current Moat Score is 1 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 H2O America (HTO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, H2O America stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $59.16 is trading 3.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $57.40. GuruFocus considers H2O America to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for HTO:

  • Moat Score: 1
  • GF Value™: $57.40 vs. price of $59.16 (3.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 9 warning signs

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

H2O America Business Description

Other Exchanges 76W:Germany
Address 110 West Taylor Street, San Jose, CA, USA, 95110
H2O America is a national investor-owned network of local water and wastewater utilities united by one purpose: delivering clean, high-quality water to the communities it calls home. Across approximately 407,000 water and wastewater service connections, the company invests in critical infrastructure to strengthen the water supply for generations to come. Its single reportable segment provides water utility and utility-related services to its customers.
72GF Score

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