Braskem (MEX:BAKN) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


MEX:BAKN Braskem SA MEX:BAKN
48 GF Score
Price MXN57.50
GF Value MXN134.71
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Braskem Moat Score?

Braskem MEX:BAKN 48 Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:BAKN with a GF Score™ of 48/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN134.71 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,628 Chemicals companies, Braskem ranks better than 96.13% on this metric.

Braskem has the Moat Score of 5, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Braskem has Narrow Moat: Braskem benefits from economies of scale and a strong distribution network in the petrochemical industry. However, it faces significant competition and lacks the regulatory barriers or proprietary technology for a wide moat.

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 Braskem might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Braskem  (MEX:BAKN) 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

Braskem Moat Score Related Terms

MEX:BAKN vs DOW: Moat Score Comparison

For the Chemicals subindustry, Braskem'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.

Braskem Moat Score vs Chemicals Industry

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

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


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Braskem (MEX:BAKN) has a Moat Score of 5 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, Braskem ranks #63 out of 1628 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 3.9%.
Is Braskem's Moat Score too high?
Braskem's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Braskem ranks #63 out of 1628 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Braskem has a GF Score™ of 48/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Braskem's Moat Score compare to DOW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Braskem ranks #63 out of 1628 companies for Moat Score. This places Braskem in the top 4% 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. Braskem's current Moat Score is 5. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Braskem stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Braskem (MEX:BAKN) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN134.71, compared to a current price of MXN57.50 — trading 57.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Braskem's overall GF Score™ is 48/100 with 6 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 Braskem (MEX:BAKN), the current Moat Score is 5 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 Braskem (MEX:BAKN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Braskem stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN57.50 is trading 57.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN134.71. GuruFocus considers Braskem to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for MEX:BAKN:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: MXN134.71 vs. price of MXN57.50 (57.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 48/100 with 6 warning signs

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

Braskem Business Description

Address Rua Lemos Monteiro, 120-24 Andar, Butanta, SP, BRA, CEP 05501-050
Braskem SA is engaged in the manufacture, sale, import and export of chemicals, petrochemicals and fuels, as well as the production, supply and sale of utilities such as steam, water, compressed air and industrial gases. It also provides industrial services and is engaged in the production, supply and sale of electric energy and gas for its own use and use by other companies. Its segments include Brazil, USA and Europe; and Mexico. The Brazil segments delivered the majority of the revenue from the production and sale of chemicals; the supply of electricity and other inputs produced in these complexes to second-generation producers located in the petrochemical complexes; and the production and sale of PE, including the production of green PE made from renewable resources, and of PP.
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