Grupo SimecB de CV (FRA:4FV) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Jul. 07, 2026)


FRA:4FV Grupo Simec SAB de CV FRA:4FV
67 GF Score
Price €8.45
GF Value €12.51
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Grupo SimecB de CV Moat Score?

Grupo SimecB de CV FRA:4FV -0.59% 67 Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 07, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:4FV with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of €12.51. The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 643 Steel companies, Grupo SimecB de CV ranks better than 95.96% on this metric.

Grupo SimecB de CV has the Moat Score of 4, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

Grupo SimecB de CV has Narrow Moat: Grupo Simec SAB de CV has a discernible but modest moat with some cost advantages in steel production. However, it lacks strong brand strength, network effects, and regulatory barriers to enhance its 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 Grupo SimecB de CV might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

Grupo SimecB de CV  (FRA:4FV) 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

Grupo SimecB de CV Moat Score Related Terms

FRA:4FV vs NUE, STLD, RS: Moat Score Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Grupo SimecB de CV'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.

Grupo SimecB de CV Moat Score vs Steel Industry

For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Grupo SimecB de CV's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Grupo SimecB de CV's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
Grupo SimecB de CV (FRA:4FV) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Jul. 07, 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, Grupo SimecB de CV ranks #26 out of 643 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 4%.
Is Grupo SimecB de CV's Moat Score too high?
Grupo SimecB de CV's current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, Grupo SimecB de CV ranks #26 out of 643 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Grupo SimecB de CV has a GF Score™ of 67/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Grupo SimecB de CV's Moat Score compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Grupo SimecB de CV ranks #26 out of 643 companies for Moat Score. This places Grupo SimecB de CV 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 Steel company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Steel 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. Grupo SimecB de CV'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 Grupo SimecB de CV stock overvalued right now?
Grupo SimecB de CV (FRA:4FV) has a current Moat Score of 4. The stock's GF Value™ is €12.51, compared to a current price of €8.45 — trading 32.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. Grupo SimecB de CV's overall GF Score™ is 67/100 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 Grupo SimecB de CV (FRA:4FV), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 07, 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 Grupo SimecB de CV (FRA:4FV) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Grupo SimecB de CV stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €8.45 is trading 32.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of €12.51.

Key valuation signals for FRA:4FV:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: €12.51 vs. price of €8.45 (32.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:4FV stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Grupo SimecB de CV Business Description

Other Exchanges SIM:USASIMECB:Mexico
Address Calzada Lazaro Cardenas 601, Colonia La Nogalera, Guadalajara, JAL, MEX, 44440
Grupo Simec SAB de CV is a diversified producer, processor and distributor of SBQ steel and structural steel products with production and commercial operations. The group's SBQ products are used across a range of engineered end-user applications, including axles, hubs, and crankshafts for automobiles and light trucks, machine tools, and off-highway equipment. Its structural steel products are used in the non-residential construction market and other construction applications. Its segments are Mexico, Brazil, and the United States. The maximum of its sales is from the Mexico segment.
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