Ovintiv (MEX:OVV) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 03, 2026)


MEX:OVV Ovintiv Inc MEX:OVV
63 GF Score
Price MXN663.25
GF Value MXN493.43
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Ovintiv Moat Score?

Ovintiv MEX:OVV 63 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 03, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:OVV with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN493.43. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,041 Oil & Gas companies, Ovintiv ranks better than 94.24% on this metric.

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

Ovintiv has Narrow Moat: Ovintiv Inc has a solid narrow moat due to its economies of scale and strong distribution network in the energy sector. While it benefits from some cost advantages and regulatory barriers, it lacks the pricing power and innovation capabilities necessary 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 Ovintiv might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Ovintiv  (MEX:OVV) 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

Ovintiv Moat Score Related Terms

MEX:OVV vs PR, APA, AR: Moat Score Comparison

For the Oil & Gas E&P subindustry, Ovintiv'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.

Ovintiv Moat Score vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Ovintiv's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


MEX:OVV
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What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Ovintiv (MEX:OVV) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jul. 03, 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, Ovintiv ranks #60 out of 1041 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 5.8%.
Is Ovintiv's Moat Score too high?
Ovintiv's current Moat Score is 5. The Oil & Gas industry median Moat Score is 1.00. Ovintiv's value of 5 is 400% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Ovintiv ranks #60 out of 1041 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Ovintiv has a GF Score™ of 63/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ovintiv's Moat Score compare to PR and APA?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Ovintiv ranks #60 out of 1041 companies for Moat Score. This places Ovintiv in the top 6% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Moat Score is 1.00. Ovintiv's value of 5 is 400% above this benchmark. 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 Oil & Gas company?
The median Moat Score among Oil & Gas companies is 1.00, based on 1,041 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Moat Score significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Ovintiv's current Moat Score of 5 is 400% above the industry median. 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. For the Oil & Gas industry, the median Moat Score is 1.00 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Ovintiv'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 Ovintiv stock overvalued right now?
Ovintiv (MEX:OVV) has a current Moat Score of 5. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN493.43, compared to a current price of MXN663.25 — trading 34.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5 and 400% above the Oil & Gas industry median of 1.00. Ovintiv's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 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 Ovintiv (MEX:OVV), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 03, 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 Ovintiv (MEX:OVV) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ovintiv stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN663.25 is trading 34.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN493.43.

Key valuation signals for MEX:OVV:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: MXN493.43 vs. price of MXN663.25 (34.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 400% above the Oil & Gas median (#60 of 1041)

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

Ovintiv Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Address 370 - 17th Street, Suite 1700, Denver, CO, USA, 80202
Ovintiv Inc is a North American oil and natural gas exploration and production company focused on developing its multi-basin portfolio of high-quality assets located in the United States and Canada. Its operations also include the marketing of oil, NGLs, and natural gas. The company has two operating segments: USA Operations and Canadian Operations. USA Operations include the exploration, development, production, and marketing of oil, NGLs, natural gas, and other related activities within the United States. Canadian Operations include the exploration, development, production, and marketing of oil, NGLs, natural gas, and other related activities within Canada. The company generates the majority of its revenue from USA Operations.
63GF Score

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