KIOCL (NSE:KIOCL) Moat Score: 0/10 (As of Jul. 22, 2026)

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NSE:KIOCL KIOCL Ltd NSE:KIOCL
52 GF Score
Price ₹368.90
GF Value ₹169.55
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is KIOCL Moat Score?

KIOCL has the Moat Score of 0, which implies that the company might have No Moat - No discernible moat.

KIOCL has

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 KIOCL might have No Moat - No discernible moat.

KIOCL  (NSE:KIOCL) 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

KIOCL Moat Score Related Terms

NSE:KIOCL
52GF Score
KIOCL Ltd NSE:KIOCL
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Is KIOCL (NSE:KIOCL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KIOCL stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₹368.90 is trading 117.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₹169.55. GuruFocus considers KIOCL to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for NSE:KIOCL:

  • Moat Score: 0
  • GF Value™: ₹169.55 vs. price of ₹368.90 (117.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 52/100 with 3 warning signs

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

KIOCL Business Description

Other Exchanges 540680:India
Address Sarjapura Road, Block II, Koramangala, Bengaluru, KA, IND, 560034
KIOCL Ltd is engaged in the manufacturing and export of iron oxide pellets. It operates a pellet plant in Mangalore with a large production capacity, producing high-grade iron ore pellets used in steelmaking. KIOCL generates majority of its revenue from the production and sale of iron ore pellets and fines, with exports to various international markets. The company integrates mining and processing operations to maintain quality and cost efficiency, and is known for its sustainable mining practices. Its operations are majorly based in Karnataka, India, with emphasis on increasing production capacity and expanding market reach globally. It mainly operates through two business segments namely Pellet Production and Pig Iron Manufacturing.
52GF Score

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₹368.90
Price
₹169.55
GF Value