Ajinomoto Co (MEX:2802N) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 24, 2026)


MEX:2802N Ajinomoto Co Inc MEX:2802N
79 GF Score
Price MXN316.69
GF Value MXN206.37
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Ajinomoto Co Moat Score?

Ajinomoto Co MEX:2802N 79 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 24, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:2802N with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN206.37. The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,058 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Ajinomoto Co ranks better than 98.54% on this metric.

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

Ajinomoto Co has Narrow Moat: Ajinomoto has a strong brand and customer loyalty in the food and chemical sectors. It possesses valuable intellectual property and benefits from economies of scale, but lacks significant regulatory barriers or exclusive licenses to warrant 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 Ajinomoto Co might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Ajinomoto Co  (MEX:2802N) 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

Ajinomoto Co Moat Score Related Terms

MEX:2802N vs KHC, GIS: Moat Score Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Ajinomoto Co'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.

Ajinomoto Co Moat Score vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where Ajinomoto Co'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?
Ajinomoto Co (MEX:2802N) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jun. 24, 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, Ajinomoto Co ranks #30 out of 2058 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 1.5%.
Is Ajinomoto Co's Moat Score too high?
Ajinomoto Co's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Ajinomoto Co ranks #30 out of 2058 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Ajinomoto Co has a GF Score™ of 79/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ajinomoto Co's Moat Score compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Ajinomoto Co ranks #30 out of 2058 companies for Moat Score. This places Ajinomoto Co 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. Ajinomoto Co'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 Ajinomoto Co stock overvalued right now?
Ajinomoto Co (MEX:2802N) has a current Moat Score of 6. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN206.37, compared to a current price of MXN316.69 — trading 53.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Ajinomoto Co's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 with 6 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 Ajinomoto Co (MEX:2802N), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 24, 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 Ajinomoto Co (MEX:2802N) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ajinomoto Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN316.69 is trading 53.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN206.37.

Key valuation signals for MEX:2802N:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: MXN206.37 vs. price of MXN316.69 (53.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:2802N stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Ajinomoto Co Business Description

Address 15-1, Kyobashi 1-chome, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 104-8315
Ajinomoto was founded in 1909, and it began manufacturing the world's first umami seasoning, MSG, made from amino acids. It has since grown to be one of the top manufacturers of sauces and seasonings and has diversified into frozen foods and the manufacture of other amino acid-based materials. Its sauces and seasonings are sold across Southeast Asia, Europe, and the Americas and are found in most supermarkets, making up approximately 60% of its revenue. The remaining 40% is roughly divided into the healthcare and others segment and the frozen food segment. Its healthcare and others segment also includes functional materials, which include an organic resin material, Ajinomoto Build-up Film, which is currently the industry standard for ABF substrates for semiconductors.
79GF Score

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