IP Group (CHIX:IPOL) Moat Score: 3/10 (As of Jun. 27, 2026)


CHIX:IPOL IP Group PLC CHIX:IPOL
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What is IP Group Moat Score?

IP Group CHIX:IPOL -1.23% 38 Moat Score is 3 as of Jun. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates CHIX:IPOL with a GF Score™ of 38/100. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,698 Asset Management companies, IP Group ranks better than 90.69% on this metric.

IP Group has the Moat Score of 3, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

IP Group has No Moat: IP Group PLC has some intellectual property but lacks strong market leadership and customer loyalty. The company does not benefit from significant network effects or cost advantages, and there are no substantial regulatory barriers. Its innovation capabilities are not yet impactful enough to establish a durable competitive edge.

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 IP Group might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

IP Group  (CHIX:IPOl) 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

IP Group Moat Score Related Terms

CHIX:IPOL vs BLK, BX, KKR: Moat Score Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, IP Group'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.

IP Group Moat Score vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, IP Group's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 3 mean?
IP Group (CHIX:IPOL) has a Moat Score of 3 as of Jun. 27, 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, IP Group ranks #158 out of 1698 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 9.3%.
Is IP Group's Moat Score too high?
IP Group's current Moat Score is 3. Based on the distribution chart, IP Group ranks #158 out of 1698 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, IP Group has a GF Score™ of 38/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does IP Group's Moat Score compare to BLK and BX?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, IP Group ranks #158 out of 1698 companies for Moat Score. This places IP Group in the top 9% 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 an Asset Management company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Asset Management 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. IP Group's current Moat Score is 3. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is IP Group stock overvalued right now?
IP Group (CHIX:IPOL) has a current Moat Score of 3. The current Moat Score is 3. IP Group's overall GF Score™ is 38/100 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 IP Group (CHIX:IPOL), the current Moat Score is 3 as of Jun. 27, 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.

IP Group Business Description

Other Exchanges IPZYF:USAIPO:UKIOOA:Germany
Address 3 Pancras Square, 2nd Floor, Kings Cross, London, GBR, N1C 4AG
IP Group PLC is an early-stage science investor supporting businesses in deeptech, life sciences, and cleantech. It helps develop intellectual property-based companies through partnerships with research universities. The group provides its portfolio companies with financial capital from outside sources or its resources. IP Group also provides companies with guidance and mentorship. The group operates in the following segments: Venture Capital investing in Healthier Future thematic area, Venture Capital investing in Tech-enriched Future thematic area, Venture Capital investing in Regenerative Future thematic area, Venture Capital investing in others, and the management of third-party funds and the provision of corporate finance advice.
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