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456.1B USD

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Oracle Corporation, founded in 1977 by Larry Ellison, Bob Miner, and Ed Oates, began its journey at a time when the concept of relational databases was just starting to gain traction. Initially, Oracle sought to build a product that offered a more systematic approach to storing and retrieving vast amounts of information, which was a paradigm shift from the mainframe-dominated era. By developing software that businesses could use to manage database operations efficiently, Oracle carved a niche in the technology landscape. Their flagship Database Management System, a breakthrough at its inception, quickly became a leader in the market. This core offering allowed organizations to maintain and access their data, underscoring Oracle's commitment to help businesses streamline their operations. Over the years, Oracle has successfully evolved by expanding its software suite and embracing innovation, leveraging mergers and acquisitions to underpin its position as an essential player in enterprise solutions. Transitioning into the modern era, Oracle has progressively diversified beyond its reputed database software into comprehensive cloud computing solutions, a move reflecting the tectonic shift in enterprise technology needs. With the rise of cloud services, Oracle made strategic adaptations to capture the lucrative Software as a Service (SaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), and Platform as a Service (PaaS) markets. The company's business model, now a combination of software licensing, subscription-based cloud models, and technical support services, allows it to tap into various revenue streams while providing flexibility and scalability to its clients. Oracle's cloud offerings allow businesses to execute complex data operations without investing in extensive hardware infrastructure, a proposition that has become increasingly appealing as companies undergo digital transformation. Through its holistic approach, Oracle remains a central figure in helping organizations harness the power of their data, positioning itself as a critical partner in the digital economy.

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Economic Moat is a concept popularized by Warren Buffett to describe a company's durable competitive advantage. It represents the 'moat' that protects a company from competitors and helps it sustain profitability over the long term. Our analysis of the past 10 years showed that companies with a wide economic moat significantly outperformed the market, delivering +645% returns compared to +189% for the S&P 500.

Our research into Economic Moat performance spans the past 10 years and focuses on companies with a wide economic moat. For this analysis, we calculated the average stock price returns of these companies, comparing them to the performance of the S&P 500 index over the same period.

The results were compelling: wide moat stocks achieved a remarkable +645% average return, compared to +188% for the broader market. This difference highlights the long-term benefits of investing in businesses that can maintain their market position and pricing power over time.

Note: This research does not account for survivorship bias. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

Determining whether a company has an economic moat requires both a deep dive into financial metrics and a qualitative assessment of its competitive position. Our analysts conduct a rigorous evaluation that focuses on identifying structural advantages that enable a company to sustain profitability and defend its market share over the long term.

The process begins with an analysis of a company’s historical financial performance. We assess how consistently the company has generated returns above its cost of capital and whether those returns have been stable or improving. However, financial performance alone doesn’t reveal the full picture. To understand the sources of these advantages, we evaluate five key drivers of economic moats:

Network Effect: We analyze whether the value of a company’s product or service grows as its user base expands. Platforms like payment systems or marketplaces benefit from this self-reinforcing.

Switching Costs: We assess whether customers face significant costs or disruptions when switching to a competitor’s product or service. High switching costs create customer stickiness and provide pricing power.

Intangible Assets: Strong brands, patents, and regulatory licenses can protect a company’s market position by creating barriers for competitors or enabling premium pricing. For example, a well-recognized consumer brand may command higher customer loyalty and margins.

Efficient scale: Occurs when a market is optimally served by one or a few players, making it unprofitable for new entrants to compete. This typically happens in industries with high fixed costs or geographic constraints, such as utilities or pipelines.

Cost Advantage: Companies with structural cost advantages can produce goods or services at a lower cost than their competitors, enabling them to offer competitive pricing or maintain higher margins. These advantages often arise from economies of scale, superior supply chain management, or proprietary technology. Firms like Walmart leverage their massive scale to negotiate better terms with suppliers, allowing them to undercut competitors on price.

By examining these factors in combination with a company’s financial performance and market positioning, we classify each company into one of three categories:

This rigorous evaluation ensures that our moat ratings are both comprehensive and reliable, giving investors the tools they need to make well-informed, long-term decisions.

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