Parex Resources (STU:QPX) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 15, 2026)

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STU:QPX Parex Resources Inc STU:QPX
80 GF Score
Price €14.58
GF Value €14.35
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Parex Resources Moat Score?

Parex Resources STU:QPX +1.64% 80 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 15, 2026. GuruFocus rates STU:QPX with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of €14.35 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,038 Oil & Gas companies, Parex Resources ranks better than 94.22% on this metric.

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

Parex Resources has Narrow Moat: Parex Resources has a solid narrow moat due to its strong position in the oil and gas sector, benefiting from economies of scale and some regulatory barriers. However, the industry’s volatility and competition limit its pricing power and market leadership.

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 Parex Resources might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Parex Resources  (STU:QPX) 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

Parex Resources Moat Score Related Terms

STU:QPX vs COP, EOG, FANG: Moat Score Comparison

For the Oil & Gas E&P subindustry, Parex Resources'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.

Parex Resources Moat Score vs Oil & Gas Industry

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

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


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Parex Resources (STU:QPX) 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, Parex Resources ranks #60 out of 1038 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 5.8%.
Is Parex Resources' Moat Score too high?
Parex Resources' current Moat Score is 5. The Oil & Gas industry median Moat Score is 1.00. Parex Resources' value of 5 is 400% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Parex Resources ranks #60 out of 1038 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Parex Resources has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Parex Resources' Moat Score compare to COP and EOG?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Parex Resources ranks #60 out of 1038 companies for Moat Score. This places Parex Resources in the top 6% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Moat Score is 1.00. Parex Resources' 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. Parex Resources'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. Parex Resources'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 Parex Resources stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Parex Resources (STU:QPX) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €14.35, compared to a current price of €14.58 — trading 1.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5 and 400% above the Oil & Gas industry median of 1.00. Parex Resources' overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 4 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 Parex Resources (STU:QPX), 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 Parex Resources (STU:QPX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Parex Resources stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €14.58 is trading 1.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of €14.35. GuruFocus considers Parex Resources to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for STU:QPX:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: €14.35 vs. price of €14.58 (1.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 400% above the Oil & Gas median (#60 of 1038)

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

Parex Resources Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Address 585 - 8th Avenue SW, Suite 2700, Eighth Avenue Place, West Tower, Calgary, AB, CAN, T2P 1G1
Parex Resources Inc engages in the exploration, development, production, and marketing of oil and natural gas. The company is focused on development in two main basins: Llanos and Magdalena. The majority of the company's properties are focused in Colombia, where it pays a royalty or tax to the government for its operations. The company's operating segments are Columbia, its key revenue-generating segment, and Canada.
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