FCAP (First Capital) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Aug. 21, 2026)

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FCAP First Capital Inc FCAP
67 GF Score
Price $62.60
GF Value $46.65
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is First Capital Moat Score?

First Capital FCAP -0.16% 67 Moat Score is 4 as of Aug. 21, 2026. GuruFocus rates FCAP with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of $46.65 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 1,608 Banks companies, First Capital ranks better than 86.26% on this metric.

First Capital has the Moat Score of 4, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

First Capital has Narrow Moat: First Capital Inc has a discernible but modest moat due to its regional banking presence and customer relationships. It benefits from some switching costs and local brand recognition, but lacks the scale and regulatory barriers for a strong 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 First Capital might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.


First Capital  (NAS:FCAP) 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

First Capital Moat Score Related Terms


FCAP vs PSBQ, OAKC, FOTB: Moat Score Comparison

For the Banks - Regional subindustry, First Capital'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.


First Capital Moat Score vs Banks Industry

For the Banks industry and Financial Services sector, First Capital's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


FCAP
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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
First Capital (FCAP) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Aug. 21, 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, First Capital ranks #221 out of 1608 companies in the Banks industry, placing it in the top 13.7%.
Is First Capital's Moat Score too high?
First Capital's current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, First Capital ranks #221 out of 1608 companies in the Banks industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, First Capital has a GF Score™ of 67/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does First Capital's Moat Score compare to PSBQ and OAKC?
According to the Banks industry distribution chart, First Capital ranks #221 out of 1608 companies for Moat Score. This places First Capital in the top 14% 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 Banks company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Banks 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. First Capital's current Moat Score is 4. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is First Capital stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, First Capital (FCAP) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $46.65, compared to a current price of $62.60 — trading 34.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. First Capital's overall GF Score™ is 67/100 with 1 warning sign 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 First Capital (FCAP), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Aug. 21, 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 First Capital (FCAP) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, First Capital stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $62.60 is trading 34.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $46.65. GuruFocus considers First Capital to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FCAP:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: $46.65 vs. price of $62.60 (34.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100 with 1 warning sign

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


First Capital Business Description

Address 220 Federal Drive, N.W, Corydon, IN, USA, 47112
First Capital Inc is an Indiana chartered commercial bank that provides a variety of banking services to individuals and businesses. It provides retail and business banking, residential mortgage lending, real estate finance, and asset-based lending. The bank's primary source of revenue is real estate mortgage loans.
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