FDP (Del Monte) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


FDP Del Monte Corp FDP
74 GF Score
Price $28.73
GF Value $30.08
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Del Monte Moat Score?

Del Monte FDP -0.42% 74 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates FDP with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of $30.08 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,058 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Del Monte ranks better than 98.54% on this metric.

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

Del Monte has Narrow Moat: Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc has a strong narrow moat with durable cost advantages from economies of scale and a superior distribution network. The brand is well-recognized, providing some pricing power, but lacks the dominance required 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 Del Monte might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Del Monte  (NYSE:FDP) 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

Del Monte Moat Score Related Terms

FDP vs DOLE, AGRO, VITL: Moat Score Comparison

For the Farm Products subindustry, Del Monte'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.

Del Monte Moat Score vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Del Monte's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Del Monte (FDP) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jun. 25, 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, Del Monte ranks #30 out of 2058 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 1.5%.
Is Del Monte's Moat Score too high?
Del Monte's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Del Monte ranks #30 out of 2058 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Del Monte has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Del Monte's Moat Score compare to DOLE and AGRO?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Del Monte ranks #30 out of 2058 companies for Moat Score. This places Del Monte in the top 2% 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Consumer Packaged Goods 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. Del Monte'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 Del Monte stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Del Monte (FDP) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $30.08, compared to a current price of $28.73 — trading 4.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Del Monte's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 2 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 Del Monte (FDP), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 25, 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 Del Monte (FDP) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Del Monte stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $28.73 is trading 4.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $30.08. GuruFocus considers Del Monte to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for FDP:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: $30.08 vs. price of $28.73 (4.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 2 warning signs

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

Del Monte Business Description

Other Exchanges FDM:Germany
Address 241 Sevilla Avenue, 12th Floor, Coral Gables, FL, USA, 33134
Del Monte Corp is a producer, marketer, and distributor of fresh, packaged, value-added, and canned food products. Its products are sold in multiple countries and are marketed under the DEL MONTE brand and other brands.
74GF Score

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