Ziff Davis (BSP:Z2DV34) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 28, 2026)


BSP:Z2DV34 Ziff Davis Inc BSP:Z2DV34
49 GF Score
Price R$17.38
GF Value R$19.85
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Ziff Davis Moat Score?

Ziff Davis BSP:Z2DV34 +10.98% 49 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 28, 2026. GuruFocus rates BSP:Z2DV34 with a GF Score™ of 49/100 and a GF Value™ of R$19.85 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,047 Media - Diversified companies, Ziff Davis ranks better than 99.04% on this metric.

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

Ziff Davis has Narrow Moat: Ziff Davis Inc benefits from a strong portfolio of digital media brands and some customer loyalty. The company has moderate pricing power and economies of scale, but lacks the significant network effects or regulatory barriers needed 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 Ziff Davis might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Ziff Davis  (BSP:Z2DV34) 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

Ziff Davis Moat Score Related Terms

BSP:Z2DV34 vs STGW, DV, MGNI: Moat Score Comparison

For the Advertising Agencies subindustry, Ziff Davis'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.

Ziff Davis Moat Score vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Ziff Davis's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Ziff Davis'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?
Ziff Davis (BSP:Z2DV34) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jun. 28, 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, Ziff Davis ranks #10 out of 1047 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 1%.
Is Ziff Davis' Moat Score too high?
Ziff Davis' current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Ziff Davis ranks #10 out of 1047 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Ziff Davis has a GF Score™ of 49/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ziff Davis' Moat Score compare to STGW and DV?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Ziff Davis ranks #10 out of 1047 companies for Moat Score. This places Ziff Davis 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 Media - Diversified company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Media - Diversified 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. Ziff Davis'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 Ziff Davis stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ziff Davis (BSP:Z2DV34) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$19.85, compared to a current price of R$17.38 — trading 12.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Ziff Davis' overall GF Score™ is 49/100 with 7 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 Ziff Davis (BSP:Z2DV34), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 28, 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 Ziff Davis (BSP:Z2DV34) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ziff Davis stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of R$17.38 is trading 12.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of R$19.85. GuruFocus considers Ziff Davis to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for BSP:Z2DV34:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: R$19.85 vs. price of R$17.38 (12.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 49/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:Z2DV34 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Ziff Davis Business Description

Other Exchanges ZD:USAJXC1:Germany
Address 114 5th Avenue, 15th Floor New York, NY 10011
Ziff Davis is a vertically focused digital media and internet company whose portfolio includes leading brands in technology, entertainment, shopping, health, cybersecurity, and martech.
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