Devon Energy (XSWX:DVN) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 05, 2026)


XSWX:DVN Devon Energy Corp XSWX:DVN
72 GF Score
Price CHF32.45
GF Value CHF40.70
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Devon Energy Moat Score?

Devon Energy XSWX:DVN 72 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 05, 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:DVN with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF40.70. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,040 Oil & Gas companies, Devon Energy ranks better than 94.23% on this metric.

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

Devon Energy has Narrow Moat: Devon Energy has a solid narrow moat due to its strong market position in the energy sector and economies of scale. However, it faces significant competition and lacks substantial customer switching costs or unique intellectual property.

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 Devon Energy might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Devon Energy  (XSWX:DVN) 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

Devon Energy Moat Score Related Terms

XSWX:DVN vs OXY, FANG, EQT: Moat Score Comparison

For the Oil & Gas E&P subindustry, Devon Energy'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.

Devon Energy Moat Score vs Oil & Gas Industry

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

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


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What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Devon Energy (XSWX:DVN) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jul. 05, 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, Devon Energy ranks #60 out of 1040 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 5.8%.
Is Devon Energy's Moat Score too high?
Devon Energy's current Moat Score is 5. The Oil & Gas industry median Moat Score is 1.00. Devon Energy's value of 5 is 400% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Devon Energy ranks #60 out of 1040 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Devon Energy has a GF Score™ of 72/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Devon Energy's Moat Score compare to OXY and FANG?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, Devon Energy ranks #60 out of 1040 companies for Moat Score. This places Devon Energy in the top 6% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Moat Score is 1.00. Devon Energy'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 1,040 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. Devon Energy'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. Devon Energy'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 Devon Energy stock overvalued right now?
Devon Energy (XSWX:DVN) has a current Moat Score of 5. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF40.70, compared to a current price of CHF32.45 — trading 20.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5 and 400% above the Oil & Gas industry median of 1.00. Devon Energy's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 4 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 Devon Energy (XSWX:DVN), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 05, 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 Devon Energy (XSWX:DVN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Devon Energy stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of CHF32.45 is trading 20.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF40.70.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:DVN:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: CHF40.70 vs. price of CHF32.45 (20.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 400% above the Oil & Gas median (#60 of 1040)

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

Devon Energy Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Address 333 West Sheridan Avenue, Oklahoma, OK, USA, 73102-5015
Devon Energy is an oil and gas producer with acreage in several top US shale plays. While roughly two-thirds of its production comes from the Permian Basin, it also holds a meaningful presence in the Anadarko, Eagle Ford, and Bakken basins. After the merger with Coterra, it will have a foothold in the gas-driven Appalachian Basin as well. At the end of 2025, Devon reported net proved reserves of 2.4 billion barrels of oil equivalent, up from 2.2 billion in 2024. Net production averaged roughly 840,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day in 2025 at a ratio of 73% oil and natural gas liquids and 27% natural gas.
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