BKW AG (XSWX:BKW) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Jul. 02, 2026)


XSWX:BKW BKW AG XSWX:BKW
75 GF Score
Price CHF133.20
GF Value CHF149.95
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is BKW AG Moat Score?

BKW AG XSWX:BKW -2.27% 75 Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 02, 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:BKW with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF149.95 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 544 Utilities - Independent Power Producers companies, BKW AG ranks better than 92.65% on this metric.

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

BKW AG has Narrow Moat: BKW AG has a modest moat due to its regional market presence and some customer loyalty. However, it lacks strong network effects, significant intellectual property, or durable cost advantages. Its competitive position is discernible but not robust, with limited pricing power and innovation capabilities.

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 BKW AG might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

BKW AG  (XSWX:BKW) 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

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BKW AG Moat Score Competitor Comparison

For the Utilities - Renewable subindustry, BKW AG'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.

BKW AG Moat Score vs Utilities - Independent Power Producers Industry

For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry and Utilities sector, BKW AG's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
BKW AG (XSWX:BKW) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Jul. 02, 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, BKW AG ranks #40 out of 544 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, placing it in the top 7.4%.
Is BKW AG's Moat Score too high?
BKW AG's current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, BKW AG ranks #40 out of 544 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, BKW AG has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does BKW AG's Moat Score compare to competitors?
According to the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry distribution chart, BKW AG ranks #40 out of 544 companies for Moat Score. This places BKW AG in the top 7% 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 an Utilities - Independent Power Producers company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Utilities - Independent Power Producers 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. BKW AG'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 BKW AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BKW AG (XSWX:BKW) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF149.95, compared to a current price of CHF133.20 — trading 11.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. BKW AG's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 3 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 BKW AG (XSWX:BKW), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 02, 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 BKW AG (XSWX:BKW) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BKW AG stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of CHF133.20 is trading 11.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF149.95. GuruFocus considers BKW AG to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:BKW:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: CHF149.95 vs. price of CHF133.20 (11.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 3 warning signs

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

BKW AG Business Description

Address Viktoriaplatz 2, Bern, CHE, 3013
BKW AG is an international energy and infrastructure company, offering integrated solutions in the fields of energy, buildings, and infrastructure. It operates in three reportable business segments: Energy Solutions, Power Grid, and Infrastructure and Buildings. Maximum revenue is generated from the Energy Solutions segment, which builds, operates, and maintains BKW's portfolio of power plants in Switzerland and abroad. It also includes the sale of energy in Switzerland, trading in electricity, certificates, and raw materials, as well as wind, solar, and smart energy services. Geographically, the group generates maximum revenue from its business in Switzerland, followed by Germany, Italy, France, and other countries.
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