LCNB (LCNB) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Jun. 27, 2026)


LCNB LCNB Corp LCNB
61 GF Score
Price $18.46
GF Value $16.52
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is LCNB Moat Score?

LCNB LCNB +4.81% 61 Moat Score is 4 as of Jun. 27, 2026. GuruFocus rates LCNB with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of $16.52 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,610 Banks companies, LCNB ranks better than 86.15% on this metric.

LCNB has the Moat Score of 4, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

LCNB has Narrow Moat: LCNB Corp has a modest moat due to its regional banking presence and customer relationships. However, it lacks significant scale or proprietary technology to strengthen its moat further.

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 LCNB might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.


LCNB  (NAS:LCNB) 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

LCNB Moat Score Related Terms


LCNB vs CFFI, BPRN, CBNA: Moat Score Comparison

For the Banks - Regional subindustry, LCNB'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.


LCNB Moat Score vs Banks Industry

For the Banks industry and Financial Services sector, LCNB's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
LCNB (LCNB) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Jun. 27, 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, LCNB ranks #223 out of 1610 companies in the Banks industry, placing it in the top 13.9%.
Is LCNB's Moat Score too high?
LCNB's current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, LCNB ranks #223 out of 1610 companies in the Banks industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, LCNB has a GF Score™ of 61/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does LCNB's Moat Score compare to CFFI and BPRN?
According to the Banks industry distribution chart, LCNB ranks #223 out of 1610 companies for Moat Score. This places LCNB 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 Banks company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Banks 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. LCNB's current Moat Score is 4. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is LCNB stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, LCNB (LCNB) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $16.52, compared to a current price of $18.46 — trading 11.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. LCNB's overall GF Score™ is 61/100 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 LCNB (LCNB), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Jun. 27, 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 LCNB (LCNB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, LCNB stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $18.46 is trading 11.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $16.52. GuruFocus considers LCNB to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for LCNB:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: $16.52 vs. price of $18.46 (11.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 61/100 with 7 warning signs

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


LCNB Business Description

Address 2 North Broadway, P.O. Box 59, Lebanon, OH, USA, 45036
LCNB Corp operates within the financial sector in the United States. As the holding company of the National Bank, it conducts the business of providing commercial and personal banking services. Its suite of banking products includes commercial and industrial loans, consumer loans, safe deposit boxes, night depositories, cashier's checks, utility bill collections, and notary public service. Besides, it provides the avenue of United States Treasury notes, the United States agency notes, certificates of deposit, and equity securities.
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