BWX Technologies (MEX:BWXT) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 30, 2026)


MEX:BWXT BWX Technologies Inc MEX:BWXT
66 GF Score
Price MXN3,200.00
GF Value MXN2,388.04
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is BWX Technologies Moat Score?

BWX Technologies MEX:BWXT 66 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 30, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:BWXT with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN2,388.04 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 348 Aerospace & Defense companies, BWX Technologies ranks better than 93.97% on this metric.

BWX Technologies has the Moat Score of 6, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

BWX Technologies has Narrow Moat: BWX Technologies Inc has a strong narrow moat due to its specialized nuclear technology and significant regulatory barriers. The company benefits from durable cost advantages and a strong market position in its niche.

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 BWX Technologies might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

BWX Technologies  (MEX:BWXT) 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

BWX Technologies Moat Score Related Terms

MEX:BWXT vs ARXS, TXT, MOG.A: Moat Score Comparison

For the Aerospace & Defense subindustry, BWX Technologies'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.

BWX Technologies Moat Score vs Aerospace & Defense Industry

For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, BWX Technologies's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
BWX Technologies (MEX:BWXT) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jun. 30, 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, BWX Technologies ranks #21 out of 348 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 6%.
Is BWX Technologies' Moat Score too high?
BWX Technologies' current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, BWX Technologies ranks #21 out of 348 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, BWX Technologies has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does BWX Technologies' Moat Score compare to ARXS and TXT?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, BWX Technologies ranks #21 out of 348 companies for Moat Score. This places BWX Technologies in the top 6% 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 an Aerospace & Defense company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Aerospace & Defense 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. BWX Technologies's current Moat Score is 6. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is BWX Technologies stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BWX Technologies (MEX:BWXT) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN2,388.04, compared to a current price of MXN3,200.00 — trading 34% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. BWX Technologies' overall GF Score™ is 66/100 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 BWX Technologies (MEX:BWXT), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 30, 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 BWX Technologies (MEX:BWXT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BWX Technologies stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN3,200.00 is trading 34% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN2,388.04. GuruFocus considers BWX Technologies to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:BWXT:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: MXN2,388.04 vs. price of MXN3,200.00 (34% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 66/100 with 5 warning signs

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

BWX Technologies Business Description

Other Exchanges BWXT:USA4BW:Germany
Address 800 Main Street, 4th Floor, Lynchburg, VA, USA, 24504
BWX Technologies Inc is a specialty manufacturer and service provider of nuclear components, operating in two segments: Government Operations and Commercial Operations. The Government Operations segment produces naval nuclear reactors and fuel for the U.S. Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, while the Commercial Operations segment designs and manufactures commercial nuclear steam generators, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, reactor components, and other auxiliary equipment, including containers for the storage of spent nuclear fuel and other high-level nuclear waste. The majority of the company's revenue comes from Government Operations, with sales principally in the United States, Canada, and other regions.
66GF Score

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