Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG (XTER:PFV) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 07, 2026)


XTER:PFV Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG XTER:PFV
76 GF Score
Price €172.20
GF Value €142.32
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG Moat Score?

Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG XTER:PFV -0.23% 76 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 07, 2026. GuruFocus rates XTER:PFV with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of €142.32 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,037 Industrial Products companies, Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG ranks better than 96.94% on this metric.

Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG has the Moat Score of 5, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG has Narrow Moat: Pfeiffer Vacuum has a solid position in the vacuum technology market with some proprietary technology and brand strength. However, it faces competition from larger players, limiting its pricing power and market share. Its moat is discernible but modest.

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 Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG  (XTER:PFV) 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

Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG Moat Score Related Terms

XTER:PFV vs GEV, ETN, PH: Moat Score Comparison

For the Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology 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.

Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG Moat Score vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG (XTER:PFV) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jul. 07, 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, Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG ranks #93 out of 3037 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 3.1%.
Is Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG's Moat Score too high?
Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG ranks #93 out of 3037 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG's Moat Score compare to GEV and ETN?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG ranks #93 out of 3037 companies for Moat Score. This places Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG in the top 3% 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 Industrial Products company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Industrial Products 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. Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG'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 Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG (XTER:PFV) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €142.32, compared to a current price of €172.20 — trading 21% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 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 Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG (XTER:PFV), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 07, 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 Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG (XTER:PFV) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €172.20 is trading 21% above its estimated GF Value™ of €142.32. GuruFocus considers Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XTER:PFV:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: €142.32 vs. price of €172.20 (21% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 4 warning signs

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

Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG Business Description

Address Berliner Strasse 43, Asslar, HE, DEU, 35614
Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG is a Germany-based company that develops, manufactures, and markets parts and systems for vacuum generation, measurement, and analysis, and for leak detection. The company has an extensive line of solutions, products, and services, including turbo pumps, backing pumps, custom pumps, measurement and analysis equipment, and others. The company's customers primarily come from applications including semiconductors, coating, industrial purposes, and others. The company markets its products through its proprietary sales network and independent marketing agents. Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology has a global presence, with Europe, the United States, and Asia being the three biggest markets for the company.
76GF Score

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€172.20
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