ACEN (PHS:ACEN) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jun. 24, 2026)


PHS:ACEN ACEN Corp PHS:ACEN
73 GF Score
Price ₱2.94
GF Value ₱3.96
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is ACEN Moat Score?

ACEN PHS:ACEN -3.29% 73 Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 24, 2026. GuruFocus rates PHS:ACEN with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of ₱3.96 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 546 Utilities - Independent Power Producers companies, ACEN ranks better than 95.97% on this metric.

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

ACEN has Narrow Moat: ACEN Corp has a solid narrow moat due to its market leadership in renewable energy in the Philippines. It benefits from some regulatory barriers and economies of scale, but lacks strong brand strength and significant customer switching costs.

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 ACEN might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

ACEN  (PHS:ACEN) 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

ACEN Moat Score Related Terms

ACEN Moat Score Competitor Comparison

For the Utilities - Renewable subindustry, ACEN'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.

ACEN Moat Score vs Utilities - Independent Power Producers Industry

For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry and Utilities sector, ACEN's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
ACEN (PHS:ACEN) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jun. 24, 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, ACEN ranks #22 out of 546 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, placing it in the top 4%.
Is ACEN's Moat Score too high?
ACEN's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, ACEN ranks #22 out of 546 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, ACEN has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ACEN's Moat Score compare to competitors?
According to the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry distribution chart, ACEN ranks #22 out of 546 companies for Moat Score. This places ACEN in the top 4% 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 Utilities - Independent Power Producers company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Utilities - Independent Power Producers 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. ACEN'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 ACEN stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ACEN (PHS:ACEN) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₱3.96, compared to a current price of ₱2.94 — trading 25.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. ACEN's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 9 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 ACEN (PHS:ACEN), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 24, 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 ACEN (PHS:ACEN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ACEN stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₱2.94 is trading 25.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₱3.96. GuruFocus considers ACEN to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for PHS:ACEN:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: ₱3.96 vs. price of ₱2.94 (25.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 9 warning signs

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

ACEN Business Description

Other Exchanges ACPIF:USA
Address Paseo de Roxas Corner Makati Avenue, 35th Floor, Ayala Triangle Gardens Tower 2, Makati City, PHL, 1226
ACEN Corp is a Philippines-based energy company engaged in the development, ownership, and operation of power generation assets, with a focus on renewable energy. The group operates through four segments: Philippines, Australia, ACEN Investments, and Corporate. The Philippines segment includes renewable and thermal power, retail electricity supply, project development, and related activities. The Australia segment focuses on renewable energy operations and development. ACEN Investments covers strategic investments in renewable platforms and projects across emerging markets, while the Corporate segment handles financing, treasury, and administrative functions. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Philippines segment.
73GF Score

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