Next 15 Group (FRA:8LS) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Jul. 01, 2026)


FRA:8LS Next 15 Group PLC FRA:8LS
68 GF Score
Price €2.92
GF Value €4.56
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Next 15 Group Moat Score?

Next 15 Group FRA:8LS -0.68% 68 Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 01, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:8LS with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of €4.56 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,042 Media - Diversified companies, Next 15 Group ranks better than 93.57% on this metric.

Next 15 Group has the Moat Score of 4, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

Next 15 Group has Narrow Moat: Next 15 Group PLC has a modest moat due to its specialized marketing services and some brand recognition. It benefits from customer loyalty but lacks significant network effects, intellectual property, or regulatory barriers. Its cost advantages are limited, keeping it in the narrow moat category.

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 Next 15 Group might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

Next 15 Group  (FRA:8LS) 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

Next 15 Group Moat Score Related Terms

FRA:8LS vs APP, OMC, TTD: Moat Score Comparison

For the Advertising Agencies subindustry, Next 15 Group'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.

Next 15 Group Moat Score vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Next 15 Group's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Next 15 Group's Moat Score falls into.


FRA:8LS
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What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
Next 15 Group (FRA:8LS) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Jul. 01, 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, Next 15 Group ranks #67 out of 1042 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 6.4%.
Is Next 15 Group's Moat Score too high?
Next 15 Group's current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, Next 15 Group ranks #67 out of 1042 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Next 15 Group has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Next 15 Group's Moat Score compare to APP and OMC?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Next 15 Group ranks #67 out of 1042 companies for Moat Score. This places Next 15 Group in the top 6% 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 Media - Diversified company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Media - Diversified 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. Next 15 Group'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 Next 15 Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Next 15 Group (FRA:8LS) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €4.56, compared to a current price of €2.92 — trading 36% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. Next 15 Group's overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 6 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 Next 15 Group (FRA:8LS), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 01, 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 Next 15 Group (FRA:8LS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Next 15 Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €2.92 is trading 36% below its estimated GF Value™ of €4.56. GuruFocus considers Next 15 Group to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for FRA:8LS:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: €4.56 vs. price of €2.92 (36% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 68/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:8LS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Next 15 Group Business Description

Other Exchanges NXFTY:USANFGl:UKNFG:UK
Address 60 Great Portland Street, London, GBR, W1W 7RT
Next 15 Group PLC is a digital marketing company in the United Kingdom. The company segments include Retail Media; Data & Research; Digital Transformation, Marketing & Communications, and Creative Services . It generates maximum of its revenue from the Marketing & Communications segment.
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