Bidvest Group (JSE:BVT) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 01, 2026)


JSE:BVT Bidvest Group Ltd JSE:BVT
81 GF Score
Price R239.47
GF Value R280.54
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Bidvest Group Moat Score?

Bidvest Group JSE:BVT -1.11% 81 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 01, 2026. GuruFocus rates JSE:BVT with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of R280.54 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 619 Conglomerates companies, Bidvest Group ranks better than 97.9% on this metric.

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

Bidvest Group has Narrow Moat: Bidvest Group has a strong distribution network and economies of scale in South Africa. Its diversified operations and brand strength provide a strong narrow moat, though not enough for a wide classification.

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

Bidvest Group  (JSE:BVT) 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

Bidvest Group Moat Score Related Terms

JSE:BVT vs HON, MMM: Moat Score Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, Bidvest 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.

Bidvest Group Moat Score vs Conglomerates Industry

For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, Bidvest Group's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Bidvest 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?
Bidvest Group (JSE:BVT) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jul. 01, 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, Bidvest Group ranks #13 out of 619 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 2.1%.
Is Bidvest Group's Moat Score too high?
Bidvest Group's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Bidvest Group ranks #13 out of 619 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Bidvest Group has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Bidvest Group's Moat Score compare to HON and MMM?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, Bidvest Group ranks #13 out of 619 companies for Moat Score. This places Bidvest 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 Conglomerates company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Conglomerates 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. Bidvest 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 Bidvest Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bidvest Group (JSE:BVT) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R280.54, compared to a current price of R239.47 — trading 14.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Bidvest Group's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 4 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 Bidvest Group (JSE:BVT), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 01, 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 Bidvest Group (JSE:BVT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bidvest Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of R239.47 is trading 14.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of R280.54. GuruFocus considers Bidvest Group to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for JSE:BVT:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: R280.54 vs. price of R239.47 (14.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 4 warning signs

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

Bidvest Group Business Description

Address 18 Crescent Drive, Bidvest House, Melrose Arch, Melrose, Johannesburg, GT, ZAF, 2196
Bidvest Group Ltd is a diversified business-to-business services, trading, and distribution company. Its diverse portfolio operates in two segments: Business services and Trading and distribution, through six divisions and a majority-owned subsidiary, Adcock Ingram. The company principally generates revenue from providing a wide range of goods and services through its eight core trading segments, Services South Africa, Services International, Freight, Commercial Products, Branded Products, Adcock Ingram and Automotive. Geographically, it derives the majority of revenue from South Africa.
81GF Score

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