IMOS (ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jun. 24, 2026)


IMOS ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES Inc IMOS
69 GF Score
Price $62.80
GF Value $29.27
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES Moat Score?

ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES IMOS -4.02% 69 Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 24, 2026. GuruFocus rates IMOS with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of $29.27 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,002 Semiconductors companies, ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES ranks better than 93.41% on this metric.

ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES has the Moat Score of 5, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES has Narrow Moat: ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES Inc has a solid position in semiconductor testing and assembly services, with some cost advantages and customer switching costs. However, intense competition and limited brand strength prevent it from achieving a wide moat.

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 ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES  (NAS:IMOS) 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

ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES Moat Score Related Terms

IMOS vs NVDA, AVGO, MU: Moat Score Comparison

For the Semiconductors subindustry, ChipMOS 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.

ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES Moat Score vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES (IMOS) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jun. 24, 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, ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES ranks #66 out of 1002 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 6.6%.
Is ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES's Moat Score too high?
ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES ranks #66 out of 1002 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES's Moat Score compare to NVDA and AVGO?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES ranks #66 out of 1002 companies for Moat Score. This places ChipMOS 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 a Semiconductors company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Semiconductors 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. ChipMOS 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 ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES (IMOS) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $29.27, compared to a current price of $62.80 — trading 114.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 7 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 ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES (IMOS), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 24, 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 ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES (IMOS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $62.80 is trading 114.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $29.27. GuruFocus considers ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for IMOS:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: $29.27 vs. price of $62.80 (114.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 7 warning signs

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

ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES Business Description

Other Exchanges 8150:TaiwanCPIA:Germany
Address No.1, Yanfa 1st Road, Hsinchu Science Park, Hsinchu, TWN
ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES Inc is engaged in the research, development, manufacturing, and sale of high-integration and high-precision integrated circuits and related assembly and testing services. The company's segments include Testing, Assembly, Testing, and Assembly for LCD, OLED, and other Display Panel Driver Semiconductors (LCDD), Bumping, and others. It derives a majority of its revenue from Taiwan followed by Japan, the People's Republic of China, Singapore, and others.
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