PTBS (Potomac Bancshares) Moat Score: 2/10 (As of Jul. 30, 2026)

Author: Vera Yuan Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Director of Data and Quant Analytics at GuruFocus
Focused on building reliable datasets, financial models, and research tools for value-minded investors. Committed to turning complex data into practical guidance for value-investing and long-term wealth.
Reviewed by: Charlie Tian Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Founder & CEO of GuruFocus
Dr. Charlie Tian is the founder and CEO of GuruFocus.com, a leading global investment research platform established in 2004. With a Ph.D. in physics, Dr. Tian transitioned from science to finance, applying a data-driven, disciplined approach to value investing.

PTBS Potomac Bancshares Inc PTBS
72 GF Score
Price $24.97
GF Value $20.92
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
View Full Analysis

What is Potomac Bancshares Moat Score?

Potomac Bancshares PTBS +4.04% 72 Moat Score is 2 as of Jul. 30, 2026. GuruFocus rates PTBS with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of $20.92 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,609 Banks companies, Potomac Bancshares ranks better than 60.04% on this metric.

Potomac Bancshares has the Moat Score of 2, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Potomac Bancshares has No Moat: Potomac Bancshares Inc operates in a competitive banking sector with minimal switching costs, limited brand strength, and no significant regulatory barriers or proprietary technology, resulting in a very weak competitive position.

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 Potomac Bancshares might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Potomac Bancshares  (OTCPK:PTBS) 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

Potomac Bancshares Moat Score Related Terms

PTBS vs PBHC, ADKT, ORBN: Moat Score Comparison

For the Banks - Regional subindustry, Potomac Bancshares'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.

Potomac Bancshares Moat Score vs Banks Industry

For the Banks industry and Financial Services sector, Potomac Bancshares's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


PTBS
72GF Score
Potomac Bancshares Inc PTBS
Moat Score is just one metric. See GF Score™, valuation, warning signs, and more.
View Full Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 2 mean?
Potomac Bancshares (PTBS) has a Moat Score of 2 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, Potomac Bancshares ranks #643 out of 1609 companies in the Banks industry, placing it in the top 40%.
Is Potomac Bancshares' Moat Score too high?
Potomac Bancshares' current Moat Score is 2. Based on the distribution chart, Potomac Bancshares ranks #643 out of 1609 companies in the Banks industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Potomac Bancshares has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Potomac Bancshares' Moat Score compare to PBHC and ADKT?
According to the Banks industry distribution chart, Potomac Bancshares ranks #643 out of 1609 companies for Moat Score. This puts Potomac Bancshares in the upper half of its industry. 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 Banks company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Banks 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. Potomac Bancshares's current Moat Score is 2. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Potomac Bancshares stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Potomac Bancshares (PTBS) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $20.92, compared to a current price of $24.97 — trading 19.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 2. Potomac Bancshares' overall GF Score™ is 72/100 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 Potomac Bancshares (PTBS), the current Moat Score is 2 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 Potomac Bancshares (PTBS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Potomac Bancshares stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $24.97 is trading 19.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $20.92. GuruFocus considers Potomac Bancshares to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for PTBS:

  • Moat Score: 2
  • GF Value™: $20.92 vs. price of $24.97 (19.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 5 warning signs

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

Potomac Bancshares Business Description

Address 111 East Washington Street, P.O. Box 906, Charles Town, WV, USA, 25414-0906
Potomac Bancshares Inc is a bank holding company. The bank engages in the general banking business and provides individuals, businesses, and local governments with a range of banking services. The services provided by the bank include commercial credit lines, equipment loans, and construction financing; real estate loans, secondary market, and adjustable-rate mortgages; retail loan products including home equity lines of credit; checking and savings accounts for businesses and individuals; and certificates of deposit, and individual retirement accounts.
72GF Score

Get the complete analysis for PTBS

Moat Score is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.

$24.97
Price
$20.92
GF Value