ISUZF (Isuzu Motors) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 08, 2026)


ISUZF Isuzu Motors Ltd ISUZF
86 GF Score
Price $14.48
GF Value $15.57
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Isuzu Motors Moat Score?

Isuzu Motors ISUZF 86 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 08, 2026. GuruFocus rates ISUZF with a GF Score™ of 86/100 and a GF Value™ of $15.57 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,316 Vehicles & Parts companies, Isuzu Motors ranks better than 94.53% on this metric.

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

Isuzu Motors has Narrow Moat: Isuzu Motors Ltd benefits from a solid brand in commercial vehicles and a strong distribution network. However, it faces intense competition and lacks significant pricing power or unique intellectual property. Its moat is supported by economies of scale and a loyal customer base in specific markets.

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 Isuzu Motors might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Isuzu Motors  (OTCPK:ISUZF) 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

Isuzu Motors Moat Score Related Terms

ISUZF vs TSLA, GM, F: Moat Score Comparison

For the Auto Manufacturers subindustry, Isuzu Motors'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.

Isuzu Motors Moat Score vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Isuzu Motors's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Isuzu Motors (ISUZF) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jul. 08, 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, Isuzu Motors ranks #72 out of 1316 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 5.5%.
Is Isuzu Motors' Moat Score too high?
Isuzu Motors' current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Isuzu Motors ranks #72 out of 1316 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Isuzu Motors has a GF Score™ of 86/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Isuzu Motors' Moat Score compare to TSLA and GM?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Isuzu Motors ranks #72 out of 1316 companies for Moat Score. This places Isuzu Motors in the top 6% 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Vehicles & Parts 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. Isuzu Motors'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 Isuzu Motors stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Isuzu Motors (ISUZF) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $15.57, compared to a current price of $14.48 — trading 7% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Isuzu Motors' overall GF Score™ is 86/100 with 3 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 Isuzu Motors (ISUZF), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 08, 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 Isuzu Motors (ISUZF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Isuzu Motors stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $14.48 is trading 7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $15.57. GuruFocus considers Isuzu Motors to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for ISUZF:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: $15.57 vs. price of $14.48 (7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 86/100 with 3 warning signs

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

Isuzu Motors Business Description

Address 2-5 Takashima 1-chome, Yokohama Gate Tower, Nishi-ku, Kanagawa Prefecture, Yokohama, JPN, 220-8720
Isuzu Motors is a Japanese automobile manufacturing company focused on the production of commercial vehicles, passenger vehicles, and diesel engines. The company primarily manufactures light- to heavy-duty trucks, buses, pickup trucks, and industrial diesel engines. Isuzu derives the vast majority of revenue from vehicle sales. While Isuzu conducts sales across the globe, by individual country, Japan contributes the largest portion of consolidated revenue, followed by Thailand. The company mainly conducts manufacturing operations domestically.
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