Ipsos (CHIX:IPSP) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jun. 29, 2026)


CHIX:IPSP Ipsos SA CHIX:IPSP
75 GF Score
Price €34.32
GF Value €48.53
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Ipsos Moat Score?

Ipsos CHIX:IPSP 75 Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 29, 2026. GuruFocus rates CHIX:IPSP with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of €48.53 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,094 Business Services companies, Ipsos ranks better than 95.98% on this metric.

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

Ipsos has Narrow Moat: Ipsos SA has a solid narrow moat with its established market position in market research and data analytics. It benefits from brand recognition and some customer loyalty, but faces competition from larger firms with broader capabilities.

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 Ipsos might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Ipsos  (CHIX:IPSp) 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

Ipsos Moat Score Related Terms

CHIX:IPSP vs VRSK, EFX, BAH: Moat Score Comparison

For the Consulting Services subindustry, Ipsos'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.

Ipsos Moat Score vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Ipsos's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Ipsos (CHIX:IPSP) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jun. 29, 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, Ipsos ranks #44 out of 1094 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 4%.
Is Ipsos' Moat Score too high?
Ipsos' current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Ipsos ranks #44 out of 1094 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Ipsos has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ipsos' Moat Score compare to VRSK and EFX?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Ipsos ranks #44 out of 1094 companies for Moat Score. This places Ipsos in the top 4% 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 Business Services company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Business Services 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. Ipsos'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 Ipsos stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ipsos (CHIX:IPSP) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €48.53, compared to a current price of €34.32 — trading 29.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Ipsos' overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 3 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 Ipsos (CHIX:IPSP), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 29, 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 Ipsos (CHIX:IPSP) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ipsos stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €34.32 is trading 29.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of €48.53. GuruFocus considers Ipsos to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:IPSP:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: €48.53 vs. price of €34.32 (29.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 3 warning signs

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

Ipsos Business Description

Address 35, rue du Val de Marne, Paris, FRA, 75013
Ipsos SA is a France-based market research and data analytics company. It provides research services across areas such as advertising, media, technology, public affairs, and consumer markets, using surveys and data analysis to generate insights. The company operates globally, with Europe as a key revenue contributor.
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