SMXT (SolarMax Technology) Moat Score: 3/10 (As of Jun. 28, 2026)


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What is SolarMax Technology Moat Score?

SolarMax Technology SMXT -6.18% 17 Moat Score is 3 as of Jun. 28, 2026. GuruFocus rates SMXT with a GF Score™ of 17/100. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,000 Semiconductors companies, SolarMax Technology ranks better than 86.6% on this metric.

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

SolarMax Technology has No Moat: SolarMax Technology Inc has a transient advantage with some market presence in solar technology. However, it lacks strong brand strength, economies of scale, and significant regulatory barriers, resulting in a weak moat.

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 SolarMax Technology might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

SolarMax Technology  (NAS:SMXT) 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

SolarMax Technology Moat Score Related Terms

SMXT vs ZEO, BEEM, SPRU: Moat Score Comparison

For the Solar subindustry, SolarMax Technology'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.

SolarMax Technology Moat Score vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, SolarMax Technology's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 3 mean?
SolarMax Technology (SMXT) has a Moat Score of 3 as of Jun. 28, 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, SolarMax Technology ranks #134 out of 1000 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 13.4%.
Is SolarMax Technology's Moat Score too high?
SolarMax Technology's current Moat Score is 3. Based on the distribution chart, SolarMax Technology ranks #134 out of 1000 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, SolarMax Technology has a GF Score™ of 17/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does SolarMax Technology's Moat Score compare to ZEO and BEEM?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, SolarMax Technology ranks #134 out of 1000 companies for Moat Score. This places SolarMax Technology 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 Semiconductors company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Semiconductors 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. SolarMax Technology'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 SolarMax Technology stock overvalued right now?
SolarMax Technology (SMXT) has a current Moat Score of 3. The current Moat Score is 3. SolarMax Technology's overall GF Score™ is 17/100 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 SolarMax Technology (SMXT), the current Moat Score is 3 as of Jun. 28, 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.

SolarMax Technology Business Description

Other Exchanges 6W1:Germany
Address 3080 12th Street, Riverside, CA, USA, 92507
SolarMax Technology Inc is an integrated solar and renewable energy company. The United States business includes the sale and installation of photovoltaic and battery backup systems. China operations consist of operating and maintaining solar farm projects and identifying and procuring solar farm projects for resale to third parties. Some of its products are LG Solar Panels, Q-CELL Solar Panels, Panasonic Solar Panels, and others. The company generates a majority of its revenue from solar energy systems.
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