nVent Electric (MIL:1NVT) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 30, 2026)

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MIL:1NVT nVent Electric PLC MIL:1NVT
68 GF Score
Price €139.00
GF Value €122.19
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is nVent Electric Moat Score?

nVent Electric MIL:1NVT 68 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 30, 2026. GuruFocus rates MIL:1NVT with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of €122.19 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,033 Industrial Products companies, nVent Electric ranks better than 96.93% on this metric.

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

nVent Electric has Narrow Moat: nVent Electric has a solid narrow moat due to its economies of scale and strong distribution network in electrical connection and protection solutions. However, it faces significant competition, limiting its 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 nVent Electric might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

nVent Electric  (MIL:1NVT) 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

nVent Electric Moat Score Related Terms

MIL:1NVT vs HUBB, AEIS, AYI: Moat Score Comparison

For the Electrical Equipment & Parts subindustry, nVent Electric'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.

nVent Electric Moat Score vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, nVent Electric's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


MIL:1NVT
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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
nVent Electric (MIL:1NVT) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jul. 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, nVent Electric ranks #93 out of 3033 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 3.1%.
Is nVent Electric's Moat Score too high?
nVent Electric's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, nVent Electric ranks #93 out of 3033 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, nVent Electric has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does nVent Electric's Moat Score compare to HUBB and AEIS?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, nVent Electric ranks #93 out of 3033 companies for Moat Score. This places nVent Electric in the top 3% 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 Industrial Products company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Industrial Products 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. nVent Electric'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 nVent Electric stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, nVent Electric (MIL:1NVT) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €122.19, compared to a current price of €139.00 — trading 13.8% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. nVent Electric's overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 2 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 nVent Electric (MIL:1NVT), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 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 nVent Electric (MIL:1NVT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, nVent Electric stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €139.00 is trading 13.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of €122.19. GuruFocus considers nVent Electric to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MIL:1NVT:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: €122.19 vs. price of €139.00 (13.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 68/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the MIL:1NVT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

nVent Electric Business Description

Other Exchanges NVT:USA
Address 1000 Great West Road, 8th Floor (East), The Mille, London, GBR, TW8 9DW
NVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions that touch a broad range of end markets, including infrastructure, industrial, commercial, and residential. NVent designs, manufactures, markets, installs, and services a portfolio of electrical enclosures and electrical fastening solutions. North America accounts for the majority of sales.
68GF Score

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