SKIL (Skillsoft) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Jul. 02, 2026)


SKIL Skillsoft Corp SKIL
41 GF Score
Price $7.06
GF Value $12.45
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Skillsoft Moat Score?

Skillsoft SKIL +6.33% 41 Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 02, 2026. GuruFocus rates SKIL with a GF Score™ of 41/100 and a GF Value™ of $12.45 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 263 Education companies, Skillsoft ranks better than 94.68% on this metric.

Skillsoft has the Moat Score of 4, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

Skillsoft has Narrow Moat: Skillsoft Corp has a discernible but modest moat with some brand recognition and customer loyalty in digital learning. However, it faces significant competition and lacks strong network effects or cost advantages.

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 Skillsoft might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

Skillsoft  (NYSE:SKIL) 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

Skillsoft Moat Score Related Terms

SKIL vs STG, AACG, RYET: Moat Score Comparison

For the Education & Training Services subindustry, Skillsoft'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.

Skillsoft Moat Score vs Education Industry

For the Education industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Skillsoft's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
Skillsoft (SKIL) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Jul. 02, 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, Skillsoft ranks #14 out of 263 companies in the Education industry, placing it in the top 5.3%.
Is Skillsoft's Moat Score too high?
Skillsoft's current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, Skillsoft ranks #14 out of 263 companies in the Education industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Skillsoft has a GF Score™ of 41/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Skillsoft's Moat Score compare to STG and AACG?
According to the Education industry distribution chart, Skillsoft ranks #14 out of 263 companies for Moat Score. This places Skillsoft in the top 5% 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 Education company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Education 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. Skillsoft's current Moat Score is 4. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Skillsoft stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Skillsoft (SKIL) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $12.45, compared to a current price of $7.06 — trading 43.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. Skillsoft's overall GF Score™ is 41/100 with 3 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 Skillsoft (SKIL), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 02, 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 Skillsoft (SKIL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Skillsoft stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $7.06 is trading 43.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $12.45. GuruFocus considers Skillsoft to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for SKIL:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: $12.45 vs. price of $7.06 (43.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 41/100 with 3 warning signs

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

Skillsoft Business Description

Address 300 Innovative Way, Suite 2210, Nashua, NH, USA, 03062
Skillsoft Corp is a leader in corporate digital learning. The company's segments include Talent Development Solutions and Global Knowledge. Talent Development Solutions brings a foundation of products and customers. TDS enterprise-grade solution serves customers and employees world-wide. TDS Learner is a world-renowned consumer-scale and experiential learning platform that serves learners internationally. The Global Knowledge segment is centered around instructor-led training, or live learning, with face-to-face delivery by experienced trainers, both in-person and virtually. Geographically, operates in United States, Europe, Middle East and Africa, Other Americas, Asia-Pacific.
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