TRWD (Tradewinds Universal) Moat Score: 1/10 (As of Jul. 31, 2026)

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What is Tradewinds Universal Moat Score?

Tradewinds Universal TRWD +4.57% Moat Score is 1 as of Jul. 31, 2026. The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 2,052 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Tradewinds Universal ranks better than 86.45% on this metric.

Tradewinds Universal has the Moat Score of 1, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Tradewinds Universal has No Moat: Tradewinds Universal has no discernible competitive advantages. It lacks market leadership, brand strength, and intellectual property. The company operates in a highly competitive market with no significant barriers to entry, resulting in a very weak competitive position.

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 Tradewinds Universal might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Tradewinds Universal  (OTCPK:TRWD) 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

Tradewinds Universal Moat Score Related Terms

TRWD vs MEHA, BSFC, NBND: Moat Score Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Tradewinds Universal'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.

Tradewinds Universal Moat Score vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Tradewinds Universal's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 1 mean?
Tradewinds Universal (TRWD) has a Moat Score of 1 as of Jul. 31, 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, Tradewinds Universal ranks #278 out of 2052 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 13.5%.
Is Tradewinds Universal's Moat Score too high?
Tradewinds Universal's current Moat Score is 1. Based on the distribution chart, Tradewinds Universal ranks #278 out of 2052 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers.
How does Tradewinds Universal's Moat Score compare to MEHA and BSFC?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Tradewinds Universal ranks #278 out of 2052 companies for Moat Score. This places Tradewinds Universal in the top 14% 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Consumer Packaged Goods 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. Tradewinds Universal's current Moat Score is 1. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Tradewinds Universal stock overvalued right now?
Tradewinds Universal (TRWD) has a current Moat Score of 1. The current Moat Score is 1. 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 Tradewinds Universal (TRWD), the current Moat Score is 1 as of Jul. 31, 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.

Tradewinds Universal Business Description

Address 501 Mercury Lane, Brea, CA, USA, 92821
Tradewinds Universal is a holding company. Through its subsidiaries, the company is focused on the formulation, manufacturing, marketing, and distribution of UP Proteins nutrition products, including protein bars, powder, drinks, cookies, and other health-related products. It has also acquired a formula for developing, manufacturing, and distributing dog treats to alleviate pain. The company's main revenue streams are from the sale of distribution territories for its protein bars, affiliate commissions, and licensing agreements for its dog formula.