RIVN (Rivian Automotive) Moat Score: 3/10 (As of Jul. 04, 2026)


RIVN Rivian Automotive Inc RIVN
50 GF Score
Price $18.63
GF Value $14.55
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Rivian Automotive Moat Score?

Rivian Automotive RIVN +8.44% 50 Moat Score is 3 as of Jul. 04, 2026. GuruFocus rates RIVN with a GF Score™ of 50/100 and a GF Value™ of $14.55 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,317 Vehicles & Parts companies, Rivian Automotive ranks better than 87.09% on this metric.

Rivian Automotive has the Moat Score of 3, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Rivian Automotive has No Moat: Rivian is a new entrant in the electric vehicle market with limited market share and brand recognition. It lacks significant network effects, customer switching costs, and durable cost advantages. While it has some proprietary technology, it faces intense competition from established players like Tesla and traditional automakers.

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 Rivian Automotive might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Rivian Automotive  (NAS:RIVN) 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

Rivian Automotive Moat Score Related Terms

RIVN vs NIO, LI, XPEV: Moat Score Comparison

For the Auto Manufacturers subindustry, Rivian Automotive'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.

Rivian Automotive Moat Score vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Rivian Automotive's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 3 mean?
Rivian Automotive (RIVN) has a Moat Score of 3 as of Jul. 04, 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, Rivian Automotive ranks #170 out of 1317 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 12.9%.
Is Rivian Automotive's Moat Score too high?
Rivian Automotive's current Moat Score is 3. Based on the distribution chart, Rivian Automotive ranks #170 out of 1317 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Rivian Automotive has a GF Score™ of 50/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Rivian Automotive's Moat Score compare to NIO and LI?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Rivian Automotive ranks #170 out of 1317 companies for Moat Score. This places Rivian Automotive in the top 13% 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Vehicles & Parts 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. Rivian Automotive's current Moat Score is 3. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Rivian Automotive stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Rivian Automotive (RIVN) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $14.55, compared to a current price of $18.63 — trading 28% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 3. Rivian Automotive's overall GF Score™ is 50/100 with 4 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 Rivian Automotive (RIVN), the current Moat Score is 3 as of Jul. 04, 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 Rivian Automotive (RIVN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Rivian Automotive stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $18.63 is trading 28% above its estimated GF Value™ of $14.55. GuruFocus considers Rivian Automotive to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for RIVN:

  • Moat Score: 3
  • GF Value™: $14.55 vs. price of $18.63 (28% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 50/100 with 4 warning signs

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

Rivian Automotive Business Description

Address 14600 Myford Road, Irvine, CA, USA, 92606
Rivian is a battery electric vehicle automaker that sells its vehicles in the US and Canada. The company also develops electronic control units and related software for autos in a joint venture with Volkswagen. Rivian has multiple vehicles in its fleet, which include a luxury truck and full-size SUV and a delivery van. The company plans to begin selling a midsize SUV in 2026. Total deliveries were over 42,000 in 2025. Rivian is also developing autonomous driving software to be used in its vehicles and for robotaxis on the Uber ride-hailing network.
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