IIJIF (Internet Initiative Japan) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 05, 2026)


IIJIF Internet Initiative Japan Inc IIJIF
94 GF Score
Price $18.51
GF Value $18.61
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Internet Initiative Japan Moat Score?

Internet Initiative Japan IIJIF -3.09% 94 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 05, 2026. GuruFocus rates IIJIF with a GF Score™ of 94/100 and a GF Value™ of $18.61 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 387 Telecommunication Services companies, Internet Initiative Japan ranks better than 85.79% on this metric.

Internet Initiative Japan has the Moat Score of 5, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Internet Initiative Japan has Narrow Moat: Internet Initiative Japan Inc benefits from a solid narrow moat due to its established market presence in Japan and moderate customer loyalty. The company has some valuable intellectual property and benefits from economies of scale, but lacks significant network effects or strong 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 Internet Initiative Japan might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Internet Initiative Japan  (OTCPK:IIJIF) 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

Internet Initiative Japan Moat Score Related Terms

IIJIF vs TMUS, VZ, T: Moat Score Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, Internet Initiative Japan'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.

Internet Initiative Japan Moat Score vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Internet Initiative Japan's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Internet Initiative Japan's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Internet Initiative Japan (IIJIF) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jul. 05, 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, Internet Initiative Japan ranks #55 out of 387 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 14.2%.
Is Internet Initiative Japan's Moat Score too high?
Internet Initiative Japan's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Internet Initiative Japan ranks #55 out of 387 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Internet Initiative Japan has a GF Score™ of 94/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Internet Initiative Japan's Moat Score compare to TMUS and VZ?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, Internet Initiative Japan ranks #55 out of 387 companies for Moat Score. This places Internet Initiative Japan in the top 14% 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 Telecommunication Services company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Telecommunication Services 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. Internet Initiative Japan'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 Internet Initiative Japan stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Internet Initiative Japan (IIJIF) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $18.61, compared to a current price of $18.51 — trading 0.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Internet Initiative Japan's overall GF Score™ is 94/100 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 Internet Initiative Japan (IIJIF), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 05, 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 Internet Initiative Japan (IIJIF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Internet Initiative Japan stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $18.51 is trading 0.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $18.61. GuruFocus considers Internet Initiative Japan to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for IIJIF:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: $18.61 vs. price of $18.51 (0.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 94/100 with 6 warning signs

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

Internet Initiative Japan Business Description

Address Iidabashi Grand Bloom, 2-10-2 Fujimi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 102-0071
Internet Initiative Japan Inc. is a provider of a variety of services including Internet access, outsourcing, and systems integration. Its Internet access services span dial-up, mobile, and broadband technologies. Its wide area network services allow secure data sharing over Internet virtual private networks, independently developed routers, and closed wide area networks. Its outsourcing services include cloud, content delivery, data center, and security services. The firm generates nearly all its revenue in Japan.
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