Klabin (BSP:KLBN3) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 15, 2026)

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BSP:KLBN3 Klabin SA BSP:KLBN3
62 GF Score
Price R$3.51
GF Value R$4.13
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Klabin Moat Score?

Klabin BSP:KLBN3 +0.29% 62 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 15, 2026. GuruFocus rates BSP:KLBN3 with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of R$4.13 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 296 Forest Products companies, Klabin ranks better than 99.66% on this metric.

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

Klabin has Narrow Moat: Klabin benefits from economies of scale in paper production and a strong distribution network in Brazil. Its sustainable practices and vertical integration provide a strong narrow moat, though global competition in the paper industry prevents 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 Klabin might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Klabin  (BSP:KLBN3) 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

Klabin Moat Score Related Terms

BSP:KLBN3 vs SLVM: Moat Score Comparison

For the Paper & Paper Products subindustry, Klabin'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.

Klabin Moat Score vs Forest Products Industry

For the Forest Products industry and Basic Materials sector, Klabin's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Klabin'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?
Klabin (BSP:KLBN3) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jul. 15, 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, Klabin ranks #1 out of 296 companies in the Forest Products industry, placing it in the top 0.3%.
Is Klabin's Moat Score too high?
Klabin's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Klabin ranks #1 out of 296 companies in the Forest Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Klabin has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Klabin's Moat Score compare to SLVM?
According to the Forest Products industry distribution chart, Klabin ranks #1 out of 296 companies for Moat Score. This places Klabin in the top 0% 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 Forest Products company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Forest 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. Klabin'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 Klabin stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Klabin (BSP:KLBN3) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$4.13, compared to a current price of R$3.51 — trading 15% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Klabin's overall GF Score™ is 62/100 with 10 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 Klabin (BSP:KLBN3), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 15, 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 Klabin (BSP:KLBN3) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Klabin stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of R$3.51 is trading 15% below its estimated GF Value™ of R$4.13. GuruFocus considers Klabin to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for BSP:KLBN3:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: R$4.13 vs. price of R$3.51 (15% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 62/100 with 10 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:KLBN3 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Klabin Business Description

Address Avenida Brigadeiro Faria Lima 3600, 3rd, 4th and 5th Floor, Itaim Bibi, Sao Paulo, SP, BRA, 04538-132
Klabin SA operates in various segments of the pulp and paper industry, supplying domestic and foreign markets with wood, bleached pulp, packaging paper, paper sacks, and corrugated cardboard boxes. The firm organizes itself into four segments based on product type: Forestry, Paper, Packaging, and Pulp. The Forestry segment involves operations related to planting and growing pine and eucalyptus trees and selling timber to third parties. The Paper segment mainly involves the production of cardboard, Kraftliner, and recycled paper rolls, and their sale. The Packaging segment, which derives maximum revenue, involves the production and sale of corrugated cardboard boxes, cardboard, and industrial bags. The Pulp segment includes the production and sale of short, long, and fluff fiber pulp.
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