Tullow Oil (XGHA:TLW) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 04, 2026)


XGHA:TLW Tullow Oil PLC XGHA:TLW
43 GF Score
Price GHS11.92
GF Value GHS13.09
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Tullow Oil Moat Score?

Tullow Oil XGHA:TLW 43 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 04, 2026. GuruFocus rates XGHA:TLW with a GF Score™ of 43/100 and a GF Value™ of GHS13.09 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,041 Oil & Gas companies, Tullow Oil ranks better than 94.24% on this metric.

Tullow Oil has the Moat Score of 5, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Tullow Oil has Narrow Moat: Tullow Oil PLC benefits from valuable oil exploration licenses and some cost advantages due to economies of scale. However, it faces significant competition and lacks strong brand differentiation or customer loyalty, which limits its moat to a solid narrow level.

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 Tullow Oil might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Tullow Oil  (XGHA:TLW) 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

Tullow Oil Moat Score Related Terms

XGHA:TLW vs COP, EOG, FANG: Moat Score Comparison

For the Oil & Gas E&P subindustry, Tullow Oil'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.

Tullow Oil Moat Score vs Oil & Gas Industry

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

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


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Tullow Oil (XGHA:TLW) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jul. 04, 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, Tullow Oil ranks #60 out of 1041 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 5.8%.
Is Tullow Oil's Moat Score too high?
Tullow Oil's current Moat Score is 5. The Oil & Gas industry median Moat Score is 1.00. Tullow Oil's value of 5 is 400% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Tullow Oil ranks #60 out of 1041 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Tullow Oil has a GF Score™ of 43/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Tullow Oil's Moat Score compare to COP and EOG?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Tullow Oil ranks #60 out of 1041 companies for Moat Score. This places Tullow Oil in the top 6% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Moat Score is 1.00. Tullow Oil's value of 5 is 400% 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. Tullow Oil's current Moat Score of 5 is 400% 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. Tullow Oil's current Moat Score is 5. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Tullow Oil stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Tullow Oil (XGHA:TLW) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is GHS13.09, compared to a current price of GHS11.92 — trading 8.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5 and 400% above the Oil & Gas industry median of 1.00. Tullow Oil's overall GF Score™ is 43/100 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 Tullow Oil (XGHA:TLW), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 04, 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 Tullow Oil (XGHA:TLW) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Tullow Oil stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of GHS11.92 is trading 8.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of GHS13.09. GuruFocus considers Tullow Oil to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for XGHA:TLW:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: GHS13.09 vs. price of GHS11.92 (8.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 43/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 400% above the Oil & Gas median (#60 of 1041)

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

Tullow Oil Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Address 566 Chiswick High Road, Building 9 Chiswick Park, London, GBR, W4 5XT
Tullow Oil PLC is an independent oil and gas exploration and production company. The company conducts exploration, appraisal, and development activities in the African and Atlantic regions. The majority of revenue is derived from West African assets, with a focus on offshore fields. Assets used in oil and gas production are acquired through licenses. The company generates revenue from natural gas and crude oil sales. Its reportable segments are: Ghana, which generates key revenue, and the other segment.
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