Mitsubishi Chemical Group (HAM:M3C) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


HAM:M3C Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corp HAM:M3C
61 GF Score
Price €5.84
GF Value €4.16
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What is Mitsubishi Chemical Group Moat Score?

Mitsubishi Chemical Group HAM:M3C -1.12% 61 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates HAM:M3C with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of €4.16. The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,629 Chemicals companies, Mitsubishi Chemical Group ranks better than 98.71% on this metric.

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

Mitsubishi Chemical Group has Narrow Moat: Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corp has a strong narrow moat due to its valuable intellectual property, economies of scale, and significant regulatory barriers. The company benefits from a strong brand and a superior distribution network, but faces competition that limits its pricing power.

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 Mitsubishi Chemical Group might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Mitsubishi Chemical Group  (HAM:M3C) 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

Mitsubishi Chemical Group Moat Score Related Terms

HAM:M3C vs LIN, SHW, ECL: Moat Score Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Mitsubishi Chemical 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.

Mitsubishi Chemical Group Moat Score vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Mitsubishi Chemical Group's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Mitsubishi Chemical Group'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?
Mitsubishi Chemical Group (HAM:M3C) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jun. 26, 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, Mitsubishi Chemical Group ranks #21 out of 1629 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 1.3%.
Is Mitsubishi Chemical Group's Moat Score too high?
Mitsubishi Chemical Group's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Mitsubishi Chemical Group ranks #21 out of 1629 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Mitsubishi Chemical Group has a GF Score™ of 61/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Mitsubishi Chemical Group's Moat Score compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Mitsubishi Chemical Group ranks #21 out of 1629 companies for Moat Score. This places Mitsubishi Chemical Group in the top 1% 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 Chemicals company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Chemicals 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. Mitsubishi Chemical Group'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 Mitsubishi Chemical Group stock overvalued right now?
Mitsubishi Chemical Group (HAM:M3C) has a current Moat Score of 6. The stock's GF Value™ is €4.16, compared to a current price of €5.84 — trading 40.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Mitsubishi Chemical Group's overall GF Score™ is 61/100 with 11 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 Mitsubishi Chemical Group (HAM:M3C), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 26, 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 Mitsubishi Chemical Group (HAM:M3C) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Mitsubishi Chemical Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €5.84 is trading 40.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of €4.16.

Key valuation signals for HAM:M3C:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: €4.16 vs. price of €5.84 (40.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 61/100 with 11 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the HAM:M3C stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Mitsubishi Chemical Group Business Description

Address 1-1-1 Marunouchi, Palace Building, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 100-8251
Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corp is a holding company which manufactures and sells chemicals, plastics, and pharmaceuticals. It organizes itself into five segments. The Basic Materials & Polymers segment covers petrochemical substrates, polyolefins, basic chemicals, sustainable polymers, engineering plastics, and carbon. The Industrial Gas segment focuses on industrial gases. The MMA & Derivatives segment includes MMA, PMMA, coatings, additives, and fine chemicals. The Pharmacy segment is engaged in medicines, and the Specialty Materials segment handles advanced films and polymers, advanced solutions, and advanced composites. The Others segment includes businesses such as engineering, transportation, and warehousing. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Industrial gas segment.
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