JBI (Janus International Group) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Sep. 10, 2026)

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JBI Janus International Group Inc JBI
67 GF Score
Price $4.57
GF Value $8.99
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Janus International Group Moat Score?

Janus International Group JBI -1.72% 67 Moat Score is 5 as of Sep. 10, 2026. GuruFocus rates JBI with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of $8.99 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,843 Construction companies, Janus International Group ranks better than 97.67% on this metric.

Janus International Group has the Moat Score of 5, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Janus International Group has Narrow Moat: Janus International has a solid market presence in the building products sector with some customer loyalty and cost advantages. However, it lacks significant network effects or intellectual property to elevate it to a strong narrow 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 Janus International Group might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Janus International Group  (NYSE:JBI) 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

Janus International Group Moat Score Related Terms

JBI vs SWIM, LMB, APOG: Moat Score Comparison

For the Building Products & Equipment subindustry, Janus International 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.

Janus International Group Moat Score vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Janus International Group's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Janus International Group's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Janus International Group (JBI) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Sep. 10, 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, Janus International Group ranks #43 out of 1843 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 2.3%.
Is Janus International Group's Moat Score too high?
Janus International Group's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Janus International Group ranks #43 out of 1843 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Janus International Group has a GF Score™ of 67/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Janus International Group's Moat Score compare to SWIM and LMB?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Janus International Group ranks #43 out of 1843 companies for Moat Score. This places Janus International Group 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 a Construction company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Construction 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. Janus International Group'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 Janus International Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Janus International Group (JBI) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $8.99, compared to a current price of $4.57 — trading 49.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Janus International Group's overall GF Score™ is 67/100 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 Janus International Group (JBI), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Sep. 10, 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 Janus International Group (JBI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Janus International Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $4.57 is trading 49.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $8.99. GuruFocus considers Janus International Group to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for JBI:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: $8.99 vs. price of $4.57 (49.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100 with 3 warning signs

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

Janus International Group Business Description

Address 135 Janus International Boulevard, Temple, GA, USA, 30179
Janus International Group Inc is a manufacturer and supplier of turnkey solutions for self-storage, commercial, and industrial building Solutions. It provides products that include roll-up and swing doors, hallway systems, relocatable storage MASS (Moveable Additional Storage Structures) units, and technologies for automating facility and door operation. It is operated through two geographic regions; Janus North America and Janus International. The Janus International segment is comprised of a subsidiary whose production and sales are largely in Europe and Australia. The Janus North America segment is comprised of all the other entities.
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