AZLGF (Azelis Group NV) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 31, 2026)

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AZLGF Azelis Group NV AZLGF
74 GF Score
Price $11.32
GF Value $18.43
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Azelis Group NV Moat Score?

Azelis Group NV AZLGF 74 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 31, 2026. GuruFocus rates AZLGF with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of $18.43 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,615 Chemicals companies, Azelis Group NV ranks better than 98.7% on this metric.

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

Azelis Group NV has Narrow Moat: Azelis Group has a strong narrow moat with a robust distribution network and economies of scale. It holds a significant market position in specialty chemicals, supported by customer loyalty and brand strength, but lacks significant regulatory barriers.

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 Azelis Group NV might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Azelis Group NV  (OTCPK:AZLGF) 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

Azelis Group NV Moat Score Related Terms

AZLGF vs LIN, SHW, ECL: Moat Score Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Azelis Group NV'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.

Azelis Group NV Moat Score vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Azelis Group NV's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Azelis Group NV'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?
Azelis Group NV (AZLGF) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jul. 31, 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, Azelis Group NV ranks #21 out of 1615 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 1.3%.
Is Azelis Group NV's Moat Score too high?
Azelis Group NV's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Azelis Group NV ranks #21 out of 1615 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Azelis Group NV has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Azelis Group NV's Moat Score compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Azelis Group NV ranks #21 out of 1615 companies for Moat Score. This places Azelis Group NV 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. Azelis Group NV'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 Azelis Group NV stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Azelis Group NV (AZLGF) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $18.43, compared to a current price of $11.32 — trading 38.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Azelis Group NV's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 5 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 Azelis Group NV (AZLGF), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 31, 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 Azelis Group NV (AZLGF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Azelis Group NV stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $11.32 is trading 38.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $18.43. GuruFocus considers Azelis Group NV to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for AZLGF:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: $18.43 vs. price of $11.32 (38.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 5 warning signs

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

Azelis Group NV Business Description

Address Posthofbrug 12, Box 6, Berchem, Antwerp, BEL, 2600
Azelis Group NV is an innovation service provider and distributor of speciality chemicals and food ingredients. The Group provides innovation services, multi-product formulations, technical and regulatory expertise, co-creation support, digital solutions, and supply chain services. It serves Food & Nutrition, Animal Nutrition, Personal Care, Home Care & Industrial Cleaning, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Agriculture & Environmental Solutions, Flavours & Fragrances, and Nutraceuticals. The Group operates through four segments: EMEA, Americas, Asia Pacific, and Group holding & other, covering operating companies across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, the United States, Canada, Mexico and South America, Asia, and the Pacific region.
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