Olin (OLN) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 28, 2026)


OLN Olin Corp OLN
58 GF Score
Price $21.73
GF Value $45.90
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Olin Moat Score?

Olin OLN +1.59% 58 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 28, 2026. GuruFocus rates OLN with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of $45.90 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,624 Chemicals companies, Olin ranks better than 98.71% on this metric.

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

Olin has Narrow Moat: Olin Corp has a strong narrow moat with durable cost advantages from economies of scale in chemical production. It benefits from a robust distribution network and some pricing power, but faces competition that prevents a wide moat classification.

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

Olin  (NYSE:OLN) 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

Olin Moat Score Related Terms

OLN vs HUN, REX, TROX: Moat Score Comparison

For the Chemicals subindustry, Olin'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.

Olin Moat Score vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Olin's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Olin'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?
Olin (OLN) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jun. 28, 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, Olin ranks #21 out of 1624 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 1.3%.
Is Olin's Moat Score too high?
Olin's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Olin ranks #21 out of 1624 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Olin has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Olin's Moat Score compare to HUN and REX?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Olin ranks #21 out of 1624 companies for Moat Score. This places Olin 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 Chemicals company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Chemicals 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. Olin'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 Olin stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Olin (OLN) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $45.90, compared to a current price of $21.73 — trading 52.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Olin's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 with 6 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 Olin (OLN), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 28, 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 Olin (OLN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Olin stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $21.73 is trading 52.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $45.90. GuruFocus considers Olin to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for OLN:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: $45.90 vs. price of $21.73 (52.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 58/100 with 6 warning signs

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

Olin Business Description

Other Exchanges OLN:Germany
Address 190 Carondelet Plaza, Suite 1530, Clayton, MO, USA, 63105
Olin was founded in 1892 and has been publicly listed since 1917. The company has a unique dual identity compared with some of its chemical peers: it is the world's largest chlor-alkali producer by capacity, and it owns the Winchester brand, a leading US ammunition manufacturer. Olin has three reportable segments: chlor-alkali products and vinyls (CAPV or CAP), Epoxies, and Winchester, which represent around 55%, 20%, and 25% of sales, respectively.
58GF Score

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