CSP (CSPI) Moat Score: 2/10 (As of Aug. 30, 2026)

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58 GF Score
Price $8.12
GF Value $11.72
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is CSP Moat Score?

CSP CSPI +3.04% 58 Moat Score is 2 as of Aug. 30, 2026. GuruFocus rates CSPI with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of $11.72 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,830 Software companies, CSP ranks better than 79.58% on this metric.

CSP has the Moat Score of 2, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

CSP has No Moat: CSP Inc operates in a highly competitive IT services market with low switching costs and limited brand strength. The absence of significant intellectual property or durable cost advantages results in a very weak competitive position.

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 CSP might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

CSP  (NAS:CSPI) 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

CSP Moat Score Related Terms

CSPI vs QXL, CTM, TTEC: Moat Score Comparison

For the Information Technology Services subindustry, CSP'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.

CSP Moat Score vs Software Industry

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

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


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 2 mean?
CSP (CSPI) has a Moat Score of 2 as of Aug. 30, 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, CSP ranks #578 out of 2830 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 20.4%.
Is CSP's Moat Score too high?
CSP's current Moat Score is 2. Based on the distribution chart, CSP ranks #578 out of 2830 companies in the Software industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, CSP has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CSP's Moat Score compare to QXL and CTM?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, CSP ranks #578 out of 2830 companies for Moat Score. This places CSP in the top 20% 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 Software company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Software 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. CSP's current Moat Score is 2. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is CSP stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CSP (CSPI) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $11.72, compared to a current price of $8.12 — trading 30.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 2. CSP's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 with 4 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 CSP (CSPI), the current Moat Score is 2 as of Aug. 30, 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 CSP (CSPI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CSP stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $8.12 is trading 30.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $11.72. GuruFocus considers CSP to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for CSPI:

  • Moat Score: 2
  • GF Value™: $11.72 vs. price of $8.12 (30.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 58/100 with 4 warning signs

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

CSP Business Description

Address 175 Cabot Street, Suite 210, Lowell, MA, USA, 01854
CSP Inc develops and markets IT integration solutions, security products, managed IT services, cloud services, purpose-built network adapters, and high-performance cluster computer systems. The firm operates in two segments, namely Technology Solutions, where the company focuses on value-added reseller integrated solutions, including third-party hardware, software, and technical computer-related consulting, and High-Performance Products segments, where the company designs, manufactures, and delivers products and services to customers that require specialized cybersecurity services, networking, and signal processing. It generates a majority of its revenue from the Technology Solutions segment. Geographically, the company generates the majority of its revenue from the Americas.
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