NIO (MEX:NION) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


MEX:NION NIO Inc MEX:NION
77 GF Score
Price MXN86.82
GF Value MXN130.12
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is NIO Moat Score?

NIO MEX:NION -2.86% 77 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:NION with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN130.12 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,318 Vehicles & Parts companies, NIO ranks better than 98.56% on this metric.

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

NIO has Narrow Moat: NIO Inc has a strong narrow moat with its innovative electric vehicle technology and brand strength in China. It benefits from significant R&D capabilities and customer loyalty. However, intense competition and lack of exclusive licenses prevent it from achieving 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 NIO might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

NIO  (MEX:NION) 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

NIO Moat Score Related Terms

MEX:NION vs LI, XPEV, VFS: Moat Score Comparison

For the Auto Manufacturers subindustry, NIO'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.

NIO Moat Score vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, NIO's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
NIO (MEX:NION) has a Moat Score of 6 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, NIO ranks #19 out of 1318 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 1.4%.
Is NIO's Moat Score too high?
NIO's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, NIO ranks #19 out of 1318 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, NIO has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does NIO's Moat Score compare to LI and XPEV?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, NIO ranks #19 out of 1318 companies for Moat Score. This places NIO in the top 1% 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Vehicles & Parts 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. NIO'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 NIO stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, NIO (MEX:NION) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN130.12, compared to a current price of MXN86.82 — trading 33.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. NIO's overall GF Score™ is 77/100 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 NIO (MEX:NION), the current Moat Score is 6 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 NIO (MEX:NION) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, NIO stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN86.82 is trading 33.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN130.12. GuruFocus considers NIO to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for MEX:NION:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: MXN130.12 vs. price of MXN86.82 (33.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 77/100 with 3 warning signs

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

NIO Business Description

Address No. 1355, Caobao Road, Building 19, Minhang District, Shanghai, CHN
Nio is a leading electric vehicle maker, targeting the premium segment. Founded in November 2014, Nio designs, develops, jointly manufactures, and sells premium smart electric vehicles. The company differentiates itself through continuous technological breakthroughs and innovations, such as battery swapping and autonomous driving. Nio launched its first model, its ES8 seven-seater electric SUV, in December 2017, and began deliveries in June 2018. Its current model portfolio includes midsize to large sedans and SUVs. It sold around 326,000 EVs in 2025, accounting for about 2% of China's passenger new energy vehicle market.
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