Applied Industrial Technologies (FRA:AT4) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 11, 2026)


FRA:AT4 Applied Industrial Technologies Inc FRA:AT4
88 GF Score
Price €278.60
GF Value €217.86
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Applied Industrial Technologies Moat Score?

Applied Industrial Technologies FRA:AT4 +1.53% 88 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 11, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:AT4 with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of €217.86 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 153 Industrial Distribution companies, Applied Industrial Technologies ranks better than 93.46% on this metric.

Applied Industrial Technologies has the Moat Score of 5, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Applied Industrial Technologies has Narrow Moat: Applied Industrial Technologies has a solid narrow moat due to its strong distribution network and economies of scale. The company benefits from customer switching costs and a well-established brand in the industrial sector, but lacks significant intellectual property or regulatory barriers.

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 Applied Industrial Technologies might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Applied Industrial Technologies  (FRA:AT4) 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

Applied Industrial Technologies Moat Score Related Terms

FRA:AT4 vs QXO, CNM, WSO: Moat Score Comparison

For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, Applied Industrial Technologies'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.

Applied Industrial Technologies Moat Score vs Industrial Distribution Industry

For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, Applied Industrial Technologies's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Applied Industrial Technologies's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Applied Industrial Technologies (FRA:AT4) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jul. 11, 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, Applied Industrial Technologies ranks #10 out of 153 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 6.5%.
Is Applied Industrial Technologies' Moat Score too high?
Applied Industrial Technologies' current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Applied Industrial Technologies ranks #10 out of 153 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Applied Industrial Technologies has a GF Score™ of 88/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Applied Industrial Technologies' Moat Score compare to QXO and CNM?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, Applied Industrial Technologies ranks #10 out of 153 companies for Moat Score. This places Applied Industrial Technologies in the top 7% 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 an Industrial Distribution company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Industrial Distribution 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. Applied Industrial Technologies's current Moat Score is 5. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Applied Industrial Technologies stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Applied Industrial Technologies (FRA:AT4) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €217.86, compared to a current price of €278.60 — trading 27.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Applied Industrial Technologies' overall GF Score™ is 88/100 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 Applied Industrial Technologies (FRA:AT4), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 11, 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 Applied Industrial Technologies (FRA:AT4) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Applied Industrial Technologies stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €278.60 is trading 27.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of €217.86. GuruFocus considers Applied Industrial Technologies to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:AT4:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: €217.86 vs. price of €278.60 (27.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 88/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:AT4 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Applied Industrial Technologies Business Description

Other Exchanges AIT:USA0HGR:UKAT4:Germany
Address 1 Applied Plaza, Cleveland, OH, USA, 44115
Applied Industrial Technologies Inc is a distributor of industrial products to the maintenance, repair, and operations market and the original equipment manufacturing industry. Further, the company provides engineering and design services for industrial and fluid power applications. The products include bearings, power transmission components, fluid power components and systems, industrial rubber products, linear motion components, safety products, oilfield supplies, and other industrial and maintenance supplies. The company's reportable segments are; Service Center Based Distribution which derives key revenue, and Engineered Solutions. Geographically, the company derives its key revenue from the United States and the rest from Canada and other countries.
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