SM (SM Energy Co) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Jul. 30, 2026)

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73 GF Score
Price $31.63
GF Value $52.26
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is SM Energy Co Moat Score?

SM Energy Co SM -0.28% 73 Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 30, 2026. GuruFocus rates SM with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of $52.26 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,040 Oil & Gas companies, SM Energy Co ranks better than 87.21% on this metric.

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

SM Energy Co has Narrow Moat: SM Energy Co has a modest moat due to its established presence in the energy sector and some cost advantages from economies of scale. However, the industry is highly competitive with limited pricing power and customer loyalty, keeping its moat narrow.

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 SM Energy Co might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

SM Energy Co  (NYSE:SM) 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

SM Energy Co Moat Score Related Terms

SM vs CHRD, RRC, MTDR: Moat Score Comparison

For the Oil & Gas E&P subindustry, SM Energy Co'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.

SM Energy Co Moat Score vs Oil & Gas Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where SM Energy Co'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?
SM Energy Co (SM) has a Moat Score of 4 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, SM Energy Co ranks #133 out of 1040 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 12.8%.
Is SM Energy Co's Moat Score too high?
SM Energy Co's current Moat Score is 4. The Oil & Gas industry median Moat Score is 1.00. SM Energy Co's value of 4 is 300% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, SM Energy Co ranks #133 out of 1040 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, SM Energy Co has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does SM Energy Co's Moat Score compare to CHRD and RRC?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, SM Energy Co ranks #133 out of 1040 companies for Moat Score. This places SM Energy Co in the top 13% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Moat Score is 1.00. SM Energy Co's value of 4 is 300% 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 1,040 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. SM Energy Co's current Moat Score of 4 is 300% 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. SM Energy Co'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 SM Energy Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SM Energy Co (SM) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $52.26, compared to a current price of $31.63 — trading 39.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4 and 300% above the Oil & Gas industry median of 1.00. SM Energy Co's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 10 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 SM Energy Co (SM), the current Moat Score is 4 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 SM Energy Co (SM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SM Energy Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $31.63 is trading 39.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $52.26. GuruFocus considers SM Energy Co to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for SM:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: $52.26 vs. price of $31.63 (39.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 10 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 300% above the Oil & Gas median (#133 of 1040)

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

SM Energy Co Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Other Exchanges 0KZA:UKSJL:Germany
Address 1700 Lincoln Street, Suite 3200, Denver, CO, USA, 80203
SM Energy Co is an independent energy company engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development, and production of oil, gas, and NGLs in Texas and Utah. The Company operates in the oil and gas extraction industry, focused on exploration and production activities, onshore in the United States. Its portfolio is comprised of assets in the Midland Basin of West Texas, the Maverick Basin of South Texas, and the Uinta Basin of northeastern Utah.
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