Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (XSWX:ADM) Moat Score: 8/10 (As of Jun. 27, 2026)


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What is Archer-Daniels-Midland Co Moat Score?

Archer-Daniels-Midland Co XSWX:ADM +2.71% 75 Moat Score is 8 as of Jun. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:ADM with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF48.38. The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,058 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co ranks better than 99.81% on this metric.

Archer-Daniels-Midland Co has the Moat Score of 8, which implies that the company might have Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat.

Archer-Daniels-Midland Co has Wide Moat: Archer-Daniels-Midland Co has a robust wide moat due to its market leadership in agricultural commodities, economies of scale, and strong distribution network. The company benefits from significant customer switching costs and brand strength, providing durable competitive advantages.

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 Archer-Daniels-Midland Co might have Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat.

Archer-Daniels-Midland Co  (XSWX:ADM) 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

Archer-Daniels-Midland Co Moat Score Related Terms

XSWX:ADM vs BG, TSN, CALM: Moat Score Comparison

For the Farm Products subindustry, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co'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.

Archer-Daniels-Midland Co Moat Score vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 8 mean?
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (XSWX:ADM) has a Moat Score of 8 as of Jun. 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, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co ranks #4 out of 2058 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 0.2%.
Is Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's Moat Score too high?
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's current Moat Score is 8. Based on the distribution chart, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co ranks #4 out of 2058 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co has a GF Score™ of 75/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's Moat Score compare to BG and TSN?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co ranks #4 out of 2058 companies for Moat Score. This places Archer-Daniels-Midland Co in the top 0% 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Consumer Packaged Goods 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. Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's current Moat Score is 8. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Archer-Daniels-Midland Co stock overvalued right now?
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (XSWX:ADM) has a current Moat Score of 8. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF48.38, compared to a current price of CHF62.13 — trading 28.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 8. Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 10 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 Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (XSWX:ADM), the current Moat Score is 8 as of Jun. 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 Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (XSWX:ADM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of CHF62.13 is trading 28.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF48.38.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:ADM:

  • Moat Score: 8
  • GF Value™: CHF48.38 vs. price of CHF62.13 (28.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 10 warning signs

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

Archer-Daniels-Midland Co Business Description

Address 77 West Wacker Drive, Suite 4600, Chicago, IL, USA, 60601
Archer-Daniels-Midland is a major processor of oilseeds, corn, wheat, and other agricultural commodities. The company is also one of the largest grain merchandisers through its extensive network of logistical assets to store and transport crops around the globe. ADM also runs a nutrition business that focuses on both human and animal ingredients and is a large producer of corn-based sweeteners, starches, and ethanol.
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