Kelso Technologies (TSX:KLS) Moat Score: 3/10 (As of Jul. 15, 2026)

Author: Vera Yuan Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Director of Data and Quant Analytics at GuruFocus
Focused on building reliable datasets, financial models, and research tools for value-minded investors. Committed to turning complex data into practical guidance for value-investing and long-term wealth.
Reviewed by: Charlie Tian Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Founder & CEO of GuruFocus
Dr. Charlie Tian is the founder and CEO of GuruFocus.com, a leading global investment research platform established in 2004. With a Ph.D. in physics, Dr. Tian transitioned from science to finance, applying a data-driven, disciplined approach to value investing.

TSX:KLS Kelso Technologies Inc TSX:KLS
28 GF Score
Price C$0.14
GF Value C$0.15
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
View Full Analysis

What is Kelso Technologies Moat Score?

Kelso Technologies TSX:KLS 28 Moat Score is 3 as of Jul. 15, 2026. GuruFocus rates TSX:KLS with a GF Score™ of 28/100 and a GF Value™ of C$0.15 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,057 Transportation companies, Kelso Technologies ranks better than 83.54% on this metric.

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

Kelso Technologies has No Moat: Kelso Technologies Inc has a weak competitive position with limited market share and low customer switching costs. It lacks strong brand strength or significant intellectual property, resulting in a very 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 Kelso Technologies might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Kelso Technologies  (TSX:KLS) 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

Kelso Technologies Moat Score Related Terms

TSX:KLS vs UNP, CSX, NSC: Moat Score Comparison

For the Railroads subindustry, Kelso Technologies'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.

Kelso Technologies Moat Score vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Kelso Technologies's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


TSX:KLS
28GF Score
Kelso Technologies Inc TSX:KLS
Moat Score is just one metric. See GF Score™, valuation, warning signs, and more.
View Full Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 3 mean?
Kelso Technologies (TSX:KLS) has a Moat Score of 3 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, Kelso Technologies ranks #174 out of 1057 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 16.5%.
Is Kelso Technologies' Moat Score too high?
Kelso Technologies' current Moat Score is 3. Based on the distribution chart, Kelso Technologies ranks #174 out of 1057 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Kelso Technologies has a GF Score™ of 28/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kelso Technologies' Moat Score compare to UNP and CSX?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Kelso Technologies ranks #174 out of 1057 companies for Moat Score. This places Kelso Technologies 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 Transportation company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Transportation 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. Kelso Technologies'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 Kelso Technologies stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kelso Technologies (TSX:KLS) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is C$0.15, compared to a current price of C$0.14 — trading 6.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 3. Kelso Technologies' overall GF Score™ is 28/100 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 Kelso Technologies (TSX:KLS), the current Moat Score is 3 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 Kelso Technologies (TSX:KLS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kelso Technologies stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of C$0.14 is trading 6.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of C$0.15. GuruFocus considers Kelso Technologies to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TSX:KLS:

  • Moat Score: 3
  • GF Value™: C$0.15 vs. price of C$0.14 (6.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 28/100 with 2 warning signs

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

Kelso Technologies Business Description

Other Exchanges KIQSF:USA
Address 305 - 1979 Old Okanagan Highway, West Kelowna, BC, CAN, V4T 3A4
Kelso Technologies Inc is a railway equipment supplier that produces and sells tank car service equipment used for the safe loading, unloading, and containment of hazardous materials during transport. The firm designs, engineers, markets, produces, and distributes various fuel valves, pressure relief valves, manway securement systems, and other related products designed to reduce the risk of environmental harm due to non-accidental events in the transportation of hazardous commodities via railroad tank cars. It operates one business segment, which consists of the design, production, and distribution of various proprietary products for the rail sector. Geographically, it operates in the United States.
28GF Score

Get the complete analysis for TSX:KLS

Moat Score is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.

C$0.14
Price
C$0.15
GF Value