Synaptics (BSP:S2YN34) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 26, 2026)

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BSP:S2YN34 Synaptics Inc BSP:S2YN34
42 GF Score
Price R$19.64
GF Value R$14.56
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Synaptics Moat Score?

Synaptics BSP:S2YN34 42 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates BSP:S2YN34 with a GF Score™ of 42/100 and a GF Value™ of R$14.56 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 998 Semiconductors companies, Synaptics ranks better than 93.39% on this metric.

Synaptics has the Moat Score of 5, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Synaptics has Narrow Moat: Synaptics Inc has a solid narrow moat with its valuable intellectual property in human interface solutions. It benefits from some customer loyalty and switching costs, but faces intense competition and lacks the scale for 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 Synaptics might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Synaptics  (BSP:S2YN34) 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

Synaptics Moat Score Related Terms

BSP:S2YN34 vs DIOD, POWI, NVTS: Moat Score Comparison

For the Semiconductors subindustry, Synaptics'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.

Synaptics Moat Score vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, Synaptics's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Synaptics's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Synaptics (BSP:S2YN34) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jul. 26, 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, Synaptics ranks #66 out of 998 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 6.6%.
Is Synaptics' Moat Score too high?
Synaptics' current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Synaptics ranks #66 out of 998 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Synaptics has a GF Score™ of 42/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Synaptics' Moat Score compare to DIOD and POWI?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, Synaptics ranks #66 out of 998 companies for Moat Score. This places Synaptics in the top 7% 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 Semiconductors company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Semiconductors 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. Synaptics'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 Synaptics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Synaptics (BSP:S2YN34) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$14.56, compared to a current price of R$19.64 — trading 34.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Synaptics' overall GF Score™ is 42/100 with 2 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 Synaptics (BSP:S2YN34), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 26, 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 Synaptics (BSP:S2YN34) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Synaptics stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of R$19.64 is trading 34.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of R$14.56. GuruFocus considers Synaptics to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for BSP:S2YN34:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: R$14.56 vs. price of R$19.64 (34.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 42/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:S2YN34 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Synaptics Business Description

Address 1109 McKay Drive, San Jose, CA, USA, 95131
Synaptics Inc is a producer of semiconductor solutions for the mobile, PC, and Internet of Things markets. The company develops human interface solutions that enable touch, display, fingerprint, video, audio, voice, AI, and connectivity functions for smartphones, PCs, Internet of Things products, and other electronic devices. It operates in one segment: the development, marketing, and sale of semiconductor products used in electronic devices and products. The company geographically, it derives a majority of revenue from China, and also has its presence in Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, United States and Other countries.
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