XPEL (STU:XPX) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 11, 2026)


STU:XPX XPEL Inc STU:XPX
99 GF Score
Price €39.08
GF Value €45.37
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is XPEL Moat Score?

XPEL STU:XPX -0.36% 99 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 11, 2026. GuruFocus rates STU:XPX with a GF Score™ of 99/100 and a GF Value™ of €45.37 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,315 Vehicles & Parts companies, XPEL ranks better than 98.56% on this metric.

XPEL has the Moat Score of 6, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

XPEL has Narrow Moat: XPEL Inc has a strong narrow moat due to its proprietary technology in automotive protective films and a growing brand presence. It benefits from economies of scale and customer loyalty, but lacks the extensive market share and regulatory barriers for a wide 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 XPEL might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

XPEL  (STU:XPX) 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

XPEL Moat Score Related Terms

STU:XPX vs DCH, PLOW, ADNT: Moat Score Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, XPEL'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.

XPEL Moat Score vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, XPEL's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
XPEL (STU:XPX) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jul. 11, 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, XPEL ranks #19 out of 1315 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 1.4%.
Is XPEL's Moat Score too high?
XPEL's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, XPEL ranks #19 out of 1315 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, XPEL has a GF Score™ of 99/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does XPEL's Moat Score compare to DCH and PLOW?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, XPEL ranks #19 out of 1315 companies for Moat Score. This places XPEL in the top 1% 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Vehicles & Parts 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. XPEL's current Moat Score is 6. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is XPEL stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, XPEL (STU:XPX) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €45.37, compared to a current price of €39.08 — trading 13.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. XPEL's overall GF Score™ is 99/100 with 2 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 XPEL (STU:XPX), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 11, 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 XPEL (STU:XPX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, XPEL stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €39.08 is trading 13.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of €45.37. GuruFocus considers XPEL to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for STU:XPX:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: €45.37 vs. price of €39.08 (13.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 99/100 with 2 warning signs

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

XPEL Business Description

Other Exchanges XPEL:USAXPX:Germany
Address 711 Broadway, Suite 320, San Antonio, TX, USA, 78215
XPEL Inc is a supplier of protective films, coatings, and related services principally to the automobile aftermarket, new car dealerships, and automobile original equipment manufacturers, or OEMs. The majority of its revenue is derived from Product, which includes Paint protection film and Window film. The company derives revenue from Service, which includes Software, Cutbank credits, and Installation labor. The majority of revenue is derived from the United States.
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