Ascent Resources (LSE:AST) Moat Score: 0/10 (As of Jun. 29, 2026)


What is Ascent Resources Moat Score?

Ascent Resources has the Moat Score of 0, which implies that the company might have No Moat - No discernible moat.

Ascent Resources has

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 Ascent Resources might have No Moat - No discernible moat.

Ascent Resources  (LSE:AST) 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

Ascent Resources Moat Score Related Terms

Ascent Resources Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Other Exchanges A2N:Germany
Address 5 New Street Square, London, GBR, EC4A 3TW
Ascent Resources PLC is engaged in exploring, developing, and producing oil and gas reserves. It contributes responsibly towards meeting the USA energy needs through the safe and efficient production of hydrocarbons with a preference for natural gas as the transitional fuel of choice. Its segments include Slovenia engaged in exploration, development and production; USA which has American Helium Oil and gas leases; and UK which has its head office.