VELO (Velo3D) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Aug. 28, 2026)

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VELO Velo3D Inc VELO
58 GF Score
Price $11.85
GF Value $1.37
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Velo3D Moat Score?

Velo3D VELO -8.10% 58 Moat Score is 4 as of Aug. 28, 2026. GuruFocus rates VELO with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.37 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,461 Hardware companies, Velo3D ranks better than 94.64% on this metric.

Velo3D has the Moat Score of 4, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

Velo3D has Narrow Moat: Velo3D Inc has a modest moat due to its innovative 3D printing technology and R&D capabilities. However, it faces competition and lacks significant customer switching costs or network effects.

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 Velo3D might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

Velo3D  (NAS:VELO) 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

Velo3D Moat Score Related Terms

VELO vs OSS, NNDM, BGIN: Moat Score Comparison

For the Computer Hardware subindustry, Velo3D'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.

Velo3D Moat Score vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Velo3D's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Velo3D's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
Velo3D (VELO) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Aug. 28, 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, Velo3D ranks #132 out of 2461 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 5.4%.
Is Velo3D's Moat Score too high?
Velo3D's current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, Velo3D ranks #132 out of 2461 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Velo3D has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Velo3D's Moat Score compare to OSS and NNDM?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Velo3D ranks #132 out of 2461 companies for Moat Score. This places Velo3D in the top 5% 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 Hardware company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Hardware 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. Velo3D'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 Velo3D stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Velo3D (VELO) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.37, compared to a current price of $11.85 — trading 765% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. Velo3D's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 with 5 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 Velo3D (VELO), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Aug. 28, 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 Velo3D (VELO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Velo3D stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $11.85 is trading 765% above its estimated GF Value™ of $1.37. GuruFocus considers Velo3D to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for VELO:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: $1.37 vs. price of $11.85 (765% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 58/100 with 5 warning signs

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

Velo3D Business Description

Address 2710 Lakeview Court, Fremont, CA, USA, 94538
Velo3D Inc provides additive manufacturing (AM), also referred to as three-dimensional printing (3D printing), to deliver breakthroughs in performance, cost, and time in the production of high-value metal parts. The Velo3D intelligent metal additive manufacturing solution is comprised of the Velo3D Flow intelligent print preparation software, the Sapphire production system, and Velo3D Assure, real-time quality assurance software. Its complete manufacturing solution enables clients to build the parts needed, speed their development, and reduce their product costs.
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