WGS (GeneDx Holdings) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Aug. 27, 2026)

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WGS GeneDx Holdings Corp WGS
65 GF Score
Price $90.32
GF Value $73.77
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is GeneDx Holdings Moat Score?

GeneDx Holdings WGS +3.30% 65 Moat Score is 4 as of Aug. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates WGS with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of $73.77 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 213 Medical Diagnostics & Research companies, GeneDx Holdings ranks better than 82.63% on this metric.

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

GeneDx Holdings has Narrow Moat: GeneDx Holdings Corp has a discernible but modest moat due to its valuable intellectual property in genetic diagnostics. However, the market is competitive with low switching costs and limited brand strength, which constrains its ability to establish a stronger 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 GeneDx Holdings might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

GeneDx Holdings  (NAS:WGS) 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

GeneDx Holdings Moat Score Related Terms

WGS vs NEO, CDNA, PSNL: Moat Score Comparison

For the Diagnostics & Research subindustry, GeneDx Holdings'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.

GeneDx Holdings Moat Score vs Medical Diagnostics & Research Industry

For the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry and Healthcare sector, GeneDx Holdings's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
GeneDx Holdings (WGS) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Aug. 27, 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, GeneDx Holdings ranks #37 out of 213 companies in the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry, placing it in the top 17.4%.
Is GeneDx Holdings' Moat Score too high?
GeneDx Holdings' current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, GeneDx Holdings ranks #37 out of 213 companies in the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, GeneDx Holdings has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does GeneDx Holdings' Moat Score compare to NEO and CDNA?
According to the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry distribution chart, GeneDx Holdings ranks #37 out of 213 companies for Moat Score. This places GeneDx Holdings 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 Medical Diagnostics & Research company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Medical Diagnostics & Research 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. GeneDx Holdings'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 GeneDx Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, GeneDx Holdings (WGS) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $73.77, compared to a current price of $90.32 — trading 22.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. GeneDx Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 1 warning sign 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 GeneDx Holdings (WGS), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Aug. 27, 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 GeneDx Holdings (WGS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, GeneDx Holdings stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $90.32 is trading 22.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $73.77. GuruFocus considers GeneDx Holdings to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for WGS:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: $73.77 vs. price of $90.32 (22.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 65/100 with 1 warning sign

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

GeneDx Holdings Business Description

Address 333 Ludlow Street, North Tower, 6th Floor, Stamford, CT, USA, 06902
GeneDx Holdings Corp focuses on genomics, creating the foundation for providing genomic information at scale and pioneering exome and genome sequencing for rare and ultra-rare genetic pediatric disorders. The company believes exome and genome testing will become the standard for diagnosing genetic disease, with the potential to transform healthcare from reactive to proactive. It aims to advance precision medicine by offering genetic diagnoses at the earliest moments, driving improved outcomes, and fueling discovery with genomic intelligence. Its operating segment mainly provides pediatric and rare disease diagnostics, focusing on whole exome and genome sequencing and, to a lesser extent, data and information services.
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