Hydrofarm Holdings Group (STU:5TU0) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Aug. 20, 2026)

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STU:5TU0 Hydrofarm Holdings Group Inc STU:5TU0
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GF Value €15.99
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What is Hydrofarm Holdings Group Moat Score?

Hydrofarm Holdings Group STU:5TU0 36 Moat Score is 4 as of Aug. 20, 2026. GuruFocus rates STU:5TU0 with a GF Score™ of 36/100 and a GF Value™ of €15.99. The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 211 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery companies, Hydrofarm Holdings Group ranks better than 83.41% on this metric.

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

Hydrofarm Holdings Group has Narrow Moat: Hydrofarm Holdings Group Inc has a modest moat due to its established distribution network and some economies of scale. However, it lacks strong brand loyalty, significant intellectual property, and faces competitive pressures.

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 Hydrofarm Holdings Group might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

Hydrofarm Holdings Group  (STU:5TU0) 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

Hydrofarm Holdings Group Moat Score Related Terms

STU:5TU0 vs HCAI, NMHI, GP: Moat Score Comparison

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery subindustry, Hydrofarm Holdings Group'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.

Hydrofarm Holdings Group Moat Score vs Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery Industry

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry and Industrials sector, Hydrofarm Holdings Group's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Hydrofarm Holdings Group's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
Hydrofarm Holdings Group (STU:5TU0) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Aug. 20, 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, Hydrofarm Holdings Group ranks #35 out of 211 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, placing it in the top 16.6%.
Is Hydrofarm Holdings Group's Moat Score too high?
Hydrofarm Holdings Group's current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, Hydrofarm Holdings Group ranks #35 out of 211 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Hydrofarm Holdings Group has a GF Score™ of 36/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hydrofarm Holdings Group's Moat Score compare to HCAI and NMHI?
According to the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry distribution chart, Hydrofarm Holdings Group ranks #35 out of 211 companies for Moat Score. This places Hydrofarm Holdings Group in the top 17% 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 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery 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. Hydrofarm Holdings Group'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 Hydrofarm Holdings Group stock overvalued right now?
Hydrofarm Holdings Group (STU:5TU0) has a current Moat Score of 4. The stock's GF Value™ is €15.99, compared to a current price of €5.12 — trading 68% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. Hydrofarm Holdings Group's overall GF Score™ is 36/100 with 6 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 Hydrofarm Holdings Group (STU:5TU0), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Aug. 20, 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 Hydrofarm Holdings Group (STU:5TU0) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hydrofarm Holdings Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €5.12 is trading 68% below its estimated GF Value™ of €15.99.

Key valuation signals for STU:5TU0:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: €15.99 vs. price of €5.12 (68% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 36/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:5TU0 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Hydrofarm Holdings Group Business Description

Other Exchanges HYFM:USA
Address 1510 Main Street, Shoemakersville, PA, USA, 19555
Hydrofarm Holdings Group Inc is an independent manufacturer and distributor of branded hydroponics equipment and supplies for controlled environment agriculture (CEA), including grow lights, climate control solutions, grow media, nutrients, and other products. Hydroponics involves growing plants in soilless media, often using artificial lighting in controlled indoor or greenhouse environments. Its products are used to cultivate cannabis, flowers, fruits, vegetables, grains, and herbs, enabling control over key factors such as temperature, humidity, light, nutrients, and pH. Its product portfolio spans lighting, grow media (i.e., premium soils and soil alternatives), nutrients, equipment, and supplies. The United States generates maximum revenue.
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