LOTBY (Lotus Bakeries NV) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 02, 2026)


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Price $130.92
GF Value $109.83
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What is Lotus Bakeries NV Moat Score?

Lotus Bakeries NV LOTBY +14.34% 100 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 02, 2026. GuruFocus rates LOTBY with a GF Score™ of 100/100 and a GF Value™ of $109.83. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,054 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Lotus Bakeries NV ranks better than 98.54% on this metric.

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

Lotus Bakeries NV has Narrow Moat: Lotus Bakeries has a strong narrow moat with a well-recognized brand and deep customer loyalty. It benefits from economies of scale and a superior distribution network, but lacks the regulatory barriers and pricing power needed for 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 Lotus Bakeries NV might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Lotus Bakeries NV  (OTCPK:LOTBY) 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

Lotus Bakeries NV Moat Score Related Terms

LOTBY vs KHC, GIS, HRL: Moat Score Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Lotus Bakeries NV'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.

Lotus Bakeries NV Moat Score vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Lotus Bakeries NV's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Lotus Bakeries NV's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Lotus Bakeries NV (LOTBY) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jul. 02, 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, Lotus Bakeries NV ranks #30 out of 2054 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 1.5%.
Is Lotus Bakeries NV's Moat Score too high?
Lotus Bakeries NV's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Lotus Bakeries NV ranks #30 out of 2054 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Lotus Bakeries NV has a GF Score™ of 100/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Lotus Bakeries NV's Moat Score compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Lotus Bakeries NV ranks #30 out of 2054 companies for Moat Score. This places Lotus Bakeries NV 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Consumer Packaged Goods 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. Lotus Bakeries NV'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 Lotus Bakeries NV stock overvalued right now?
Lotus Bakeries NV (LOTBY) has a current Moat Score of 6. The stock's GF Value™ is $109.83, compared to a current price of $130.92 — trading 19.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Lotus Bakeries NV's overall GF Score™ is 100/100 with 5 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 Lotus Bakeries NV (LOTBY), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 02, 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 Lotus Bakeries NV (LOTBY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lotus Bakeries NV stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $130.92 is trading 19.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $109.83.

Key valuation signals for LOTBY:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: $109.83 vs. price of $130.92 (19.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 100/100 with 5 warning signs

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

Lotus Bakeries NV Business Description

Address Gentstraat 1, Lembeke, BEL, 9971
Lotus Bakeries NV is active in the indulgent and better-for-you snacking segment and is engaged in the manufacture and sale of biscuits, waffles, cakes, and other snack products. The Group offers multiple products, including caramelized biscuits, waffles and galettes, cake specialties, gingerbread, and other biscuits, and distributes its products through retail, catering, and food service channels. Its brands include Biscoff, Nakd, TREK, BEAR, Kiddylicious, Lotus Dinosaurus, Peijnenburg, Snelle Jelle, Annas, and Peter's Yard. Its activities are organised under three strategic pillars, namely Lotus Biscoff, Lotus Natural Foods, and Lotus Local Heroes. The company operates in Continental Europe, which generates maximum revenue, as well as in the UK, the Americas, and the rest of the world.
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