Evonik Industries AG (XSWX:EVK) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 29, 2026)


XSWX:EVK Evonik Industries AG XSWX:EVK
16 GF Score
Price CHF14.54
GF Value CHF14.66
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Evonik Industries AG Moat Score?

Evonik Industries AG XSWX:EVK 16 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 29, 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:EVK with a GF Score™ of 16/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF14.66 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,624 Chemicals companies, Evonik Industries AG ranks better than 98.71% on this metric.

Evonik Industries AG has the Moat Score of 6, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Evonik Industries AG has Narrow Moat: Evonik Industries AG has a strong narrow moat due to its diversified chemical portfolio, economies of scale, and valuable intellectual property. The company benefits from moderate pricing power and innovation capabilities, distinguishing it from competitors but not enough for a wide 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 Evonik Industries AG might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Evonik Industries AG  (XSWX:EVK) 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

Evonik Industries AG Moat Score Related Terms

XSWX:EVK vs LIN, SHW, ECL: Moat Score Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Evonik Industries 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.

Evonik Industries AG Moat Score vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Evonik Industries AG's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Evonik Industries AG (XSWX:EVK) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jun. 29, 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, Evonik Industries AG ranks #21 out of 1624 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 1.3%.
Is Evonik Industries AG's Moat Score too high?
Evonik Industries AG's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Evonik Industries AG ranks #21 out of 1624 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Evonik Industries AG has a GF Score™ of 16/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Evonik Industries AG's Moat Score compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Evonik Industries AG ranks #21 out of 1624 companies for Moat Score. This places Evonik Industries AG in the top 1% 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 Chemicals company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Chemicals 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. Evonik Industries AG's current Moat Score is 6. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Evonik Industries AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Evonik Industries AG (XSWX:EVK) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF14.66, compared to a current price of CHF14.54 — trading 0.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Evonik Industries AG's overall GF Score™ is 16/100 with 8 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 Evonik Industries AG (XSWX:EVK), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 29, 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 Evonik Industries AG (XSWX:EVK) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Evonik Industries AG stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of CHF14.54 is trading 0.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF14.66. GuruFocus considers Evonik Industries AG to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:EVK:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: CHF14.66 vs. price of CHF14.54 (0.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 16/100 with 8 warning signs

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

Evonik Industries AG Business Description

Address Rellinghauser Strasse 1-11, Essen, NW, DEU, 45128
Evonik Industries AG is a chemicals company that develops and manufactures specialty chemicals and solutions for a wide range of industries. Its products include high-performance polymers, hydrogen peroxide, silicas, additives for coatings and adhesives, and amino acids for animal nutrition. It operates through three segments: Advanced Technologies, which focuses on technology-driven businesses such as high-performance polymers, silicas, and hydrogen peroxide; Custom Solutions, which develops additives, catalysts, and ingredients for personal care and pharmaceutical applications; and Infrastructure, which provides site-related infrastructure services and includes the Oxeno C4 chemicals business. It generates sales across Europe, Middle East & Africa, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific.
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