ASM International NV (MEX:ASM1N) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


MEX:ASM1N ASM International NV MEX:ASM1N
97 GF Score
Price MXN17,468.36
GF Value MXN13,040.76
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is ASM International NV Moat Score?

ASM International NV MEX:ASM1N 97 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:ASM1N with a GF Score™ of 97/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN13,040.76 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,002 Semiconductors companies, ASM International NV ranks better than 97.01% on this metric.

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

ASM International NV has Narrow Moat: ASM International NV benefits from proprietary technology and strong R&D capabilities in the semiconductor equipment industry. It has a solid market position and some customer switching costs, but lacks the extensive network effects and regulatory barriers 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 ASM International NV might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

ASM International NV  (MEX:ASM1N) 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

ASM International NV Moat Score Related Terms

MEX:ASM1N vs LRCX, AMAT, KLAC: Moat Score Comparison

For the Semiconductor Equipment & Materials subindustry, ASM International 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.

ASM International NV Moat Score vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, ASM International NV's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where ASM International NV'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?
ASM International NV (MEX:ASM1N) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jun. 25, 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, ASM International NV ranks #30 out of 1002 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 3%.
Is ASM International NV's Moat Score too high?
ASM International NV's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, ASM International NV ranks #30 out of 1002 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, ASM International NV has a GF Score™ of 97/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ASM International NV's Moat Score compare to LRCX and AMAT?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, ASM International NV ranks #30 out of 1002 companies for Moat Score. This places ASM International NV in the top 3% 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 Semiconductors company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Semiconductors 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. ASM International 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 ASM International NV stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ASM International NV (MEX:ASM1N) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN13,040.76, compared to a current price of MXN17,468.36 — trading 34% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. ASM International NV's overall GF Score™ is 97/100 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 ASM International NV (MEX:ASM1N), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 25, 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 ASM International NV (MEX:ASM1N) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ASM International NV stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN17,468.36 is trading 34% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN13,040.76. GuruFocus considers ASM International NV to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:ASM1N:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: MXN13,040.76 vs. price of MXN17,468.36 (34% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 97/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:ASM1N stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

ASM International NV Business Description

Address Versterkerstraat 8, Almere, FL, NLD, 1322 AP
ASM International is a Dutch company that supplies deposition equipment for chip fabrication. It is the leader in atomic layer deposition, a precise deposition technique that is required in the most advanced semiconductors. ASM's main clients are logic foundries TSMC, Samsung, and Intel, as well as memory foundries SK Hynix and Micron Technology. Foundries and wafer fab equipment providers like ASM work closely, which gives the firm insight into the customer's innovation and product road maps. Once a machine is established in a fab, it can generate service revenue for decades.
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