SBOEY (SBO AG) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 15, 2026)

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83 GF Score
Price $3.50
GF Value $2.77
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What is SBO AG Moat Score?

SBO AG SBOEY 83 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 15, 2026. GuruFocus rates SBOEY with a GF Score™ of 83/100 and a GF Value™ of $2.77. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,038 Oil & Gas companies, SBO AG ranks better than 94.22% on this metric.

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

SBO AG has Narrow Moat: Schoeller-Bleckmann Oilfield Equipment AG has a solid narrow moat due to its specialized technology and economies of scale. It has a strong brand in its industry but lacks significant regulatory barriers and pricing power. Its innovation capabilities are consistent but not groundbreaking.

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 SBO AG might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

SBO AG  (OTCPK:SBOEY) 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

SBO AG Moat Score Related Terms

SBOEY vs SLB, BKR, HAL: Moat Score Comparison

For the Oil & Gas Equipment & Services subindustry, SBO AG'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.

SBO AG Moat Score vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, SBO AG's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
SBO AG (SBOEY) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jul. 15, 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, SBO AG ranks #60 out of 1038 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 5.8%.
Is SBO AG's Moat Score too high?
SBO AG's current Moat Score is 5. The Oil & Gas industry median Moat Score is 1.00. SBO AG's value of 5 is 400% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, SBO AG ranks #60 out of 1038 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, SBO AG has a GF Score™ of 83/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does SBO AG's Moat Score compare to SLB and BKR?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, SBO AG ranks #60 out of 1038 companies for Moat Score. This places SBO AG in the top 6% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Moat Score is 1.00. SBO AG's value of 5 is 400% above this benchmark. 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 Oil & Gas company?
The median Moat Score among Oil & Gas companies is 1.00, based on 1,038 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Moat Score significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. SBO AG's current Moat Score of 5 is 400% above the industry median. 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. For the Oil & Gas industry, the median Moat Score is 1.00 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. SBO AG'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 SBO AG stock overvalued right now?
SBO AG (SBOEY) has a current Moat Score of 5. The stock's GF Value™ is $2.77, compared to a current price of $3.50 — trading 26.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5 and 400% above the Oil & Gas industry median of 1.00. SBO AG's overall GF Score™ is 83/100 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 SBO AG (SBOEY), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 15, 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 SBO AG (SBOEY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SBO AG stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $3.50 is trading 26.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $2.77.

Key valuation signals for SBOEY:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: $2.77 vs. price of $3.50 (26.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 83/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 400% above the Oil & Gas median (#60 of 1038)

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

SBO AG Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Address Hauptstrasse 2, Ternitz, AUT, 2630
SBO AG is a leader in the manufacture of high-alloy, non-magnetic steel and high-precision components and equipment for the energy sector and beyond. It delivers cutting-edge, high-performance solutions backed by a inventive product portfolio, protected through intellectual property. The company stays close to customers, providing fast and high-quality services.
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