VIVK (Vivakor) Moat Score: 2/10 (As of Sep. 09, 2026)

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VIVK Vivakor Inc VIVK
44 GF Score
Price $0.83
GF Value $1,888.43
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Vivakor Moat Score?

Vivakor VIVK -6.55% 44 Moat Score is 2 as of Sep. 09, 2026. GuruFocus rates VIVK with a GF Score™ of 44/100 and a GF Value™ of $1,888.43 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,041 Oil & Gas companies, Vivakor ranks better than 62.92% on this metric.

Vivakor has the Moat Score of 2, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Vivakor has No Moat: Vivakor Inc lacks significant competitive advantages. The company operates in a highly competitive sector with no discernible market leadership, network effects, or strong brand presence. Its current scale and innovation capabilities are insufficient to establish a sustainable 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 Vivakor might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Vivakor  (NAS:VIVK) 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

Vivakor Moat Score Related Terms

VIVK vs ECTM, XOM, CVX: Moat Score Comparison

For the Oil & Gas Integrated subindustry, Vivakor'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.

Vivakor Moat Score vs Oil & Gas Industry

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

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


VIVK
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Vivakor Inc VIVK
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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 2 mean?
Vivakor (VIVK) has a Moat Score of 2 as of Sep. 09, 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, Vivakor ranks #386 out of 1041 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 37.1%.
Is Vivakor's Moat Score too high?
Vivakor's current Moat Score is 2. The Oil & Gas industry median Moat Score is 1.00. Vivakor's value of 2 is 100% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Vivakor ranks #386 out of 1041 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Vivakor has a GF Score™ of 44/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Vivakor's Moat Score compare to ECTM and XOM?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Vivakor ranks #386 out of 1041 companies for Moat Score. This puts Vivakor in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Moat Score is 1.00. Vivakor's value of 2 is 100% 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 1,041 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. Vivakor's current Moat Score of 2 is 100% 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. Vivakor's current Moat Score is 2. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Vivakor stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vivakor (VIVK) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $1,888.43, compared to a current price of $0.83 — trading 100% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 2 and 100% above the Oil & Gas industry median of 1.00. Vivakor's overall GF Score™ is 44/100 with 6 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 Vivakor (VIVK), the current Moat Score is 2 as of Sep. 09, 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 Vivakor (VIVK) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vivakor stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $0.83 is trading 100% below its estimated GF Value™ of $1,888.43. GuruFocus considers Vivakor to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for VIVK:

  • Moat Score: 2
  • GF Value™: $1,888.43 vs. price of $0.83 (100% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 44/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 100% above the Oil & Gas median (#386 of 1041)

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

Vivakor Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Address 5220 Spring Valley Road, Suite 500, Dallas, TX, USA, 75254
Vivakor Inc is a socially responsible operator, acquirer and developer of technologies and assets in the oil and gas industry, as well as related environmental solutions. It is focused on operating crude oil gathering, storage and transportation facilities, as well as contaminated soil remediation services. Company have two operating business segments: Transportation logistics services; Terminaling and storage facility product and services related to oil and gas production. Majority of revenue is from Terminaling and storage segment.
44GF Score

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