moat

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Elon Musk’s rocket company is one of the most unique on the planet, handling more than half of all orbital launches worldwide and building its competitive moat through the pioneering use of reusable rockets.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

“Not that many companies out there that have this kind of moat, which is a global wallet that everyone recognizes.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

"It's got no moat but it has got a little railway I can drive around," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

The Indian electric two-wheeler maker’s so-called moat is technology, intellectual property, powertrain and software driven by strong research and development.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

Margo pointed to the strip of trees between SeaWorld’s endlessly gigantic parking lot and the black standing water of the moat.

From "Paper Towns" by John Green