Shutterstock (FRA:S3T) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 09, 2026)


FRA:S3T Shutterstock Inc FRA:S3T
72 GF Score
Price €7.22
GF Value €25.10
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Shutterstock Moat Score?

Shutterstock FRA:S3T -4.69% 72 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 09, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:S3T with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of €25.10 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 564 Interactive Media companies, Shutterstock ranks better than 97.87% on this metric.

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

Shutterstock has Narrow Moat: Shutterstock has a strong narrow moat due to its extensive content library and network effects. It benefits from brand recognition and customer loyalty, but faces competition from other digital content platforms.

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 Shutterstock might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Shutterstock  (FRA:S3T) 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

Shutterstock Moat Score Related Terms

FRA:S3T vs NRDS, CARS, MAX: Moat Score Comparison

For the Internet Content & Information subindustry, Shutterstock'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.

Shutterstock Moat Score vs Interactive Media Industry

For the Interactive Media industry and Communication Services sector, Shutterstock's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Shutterstock (FRA:S3T) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jul. 09, 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, Shutterstock ranks #12 out of 564 companies in the Interactive Media industry, placing it in the top 2.1%.
Is Shutterstock's Moat Score too high?
Shutterstock's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Shutterstock ranks #12 out of 564 companies in the Interactive Media industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Shutterstock has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Shutterstock's Moat Score compare to NRDS and CARS?
According to the Interactive Media industry distribution chart, Shutterstock ranks #12 out of 564 companies for Moat Score. This places Shutterstock 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 an Interactive Media company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Interactive Media 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. Shutterstock'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 Shutterstock stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shutterstock (FRA:S3T) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €25.10, compared to a current price of €7.22 — trading 71.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Shutterstock's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 5 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 Shutterstock (FRA:S3T), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 09, 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 Shutterstock (FRA:S3T) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shutterstock stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €7.22 is trading 71.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of €25.10. GuruFocus considers Shutterstock to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for FRA:S3T:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: €25.10 vs. price of €7.22 (71.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:S3T stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Shutterstock Business Description

Other Exchanges SSTK:USA0A8F:UKS3T:Germany
Address 350 Fifth Avenue, 20th Floor, New York, NY, USA, 10118
Shutterstock Inc is a U.S.-based company that is engaged in the provision of digital content. The content segment, whose offerings include licenses for Images, Footage, Music, 3 Dimensional, and Generative AI content. Data, Distribution, and Service offerings address customer demand for products and services that are beyond its Content licenses. The company generates the majority of its revenue from Content offerings. Geographically the company generates the majority of its revenue from the Domestic market, but also has its presence in Europe and Rest of the Countries.
72GF Score

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