Renesas Electronics (MEX:RNEC N) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


MEX:RNEC N Renesas Electronics Corp MEX:RNEC N
74 GF Score
Price MXN305.03
GF Value MXN148.58
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Renesas Electronics Moat Score?

Renesas Electronics MEX:RNEC N 74 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:RNEC N with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN148.58. The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,002 Semiconductors companies, Renesas Electronics ranks better than 97.01% on this metric.

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

Renesas Electronics has Narrow Moat: Renesas Electronics Corp has a strong narrow moat due to its valuable intellectual property and economies of scale in the semiconductor industry. The company benefits from a solid brand and customer loyalty, but faces significant competition that limits its moat to narrow.

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 Renesas Electronics might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Renesas Electronics  (MEX:RNEC N) 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

Renesas Electronics Moat Score Related Terms

MEX:RNEC N vs NVDA, AVGO, MU: Moat Score Comparison

For the Semiconductors subindustry, Renesas Electronics'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.

Renesas Electronics Moat Score vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, Renesas Electronics's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Renesas Electronics'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?
Renesas Electronics (MEX:RNEC N) 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, Renesas Electronics ranks #30 out of 1002 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 3%.
Is Renesas Electronics' Moat Score too high?
Renesas Electronics' current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Renesas Electronics ranks #30 out of 1002 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Renesas Electronics has a GF Score™ of 74/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Renesas Electronics' Moat Score compare to NVDA and AVGO?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, Renesas Electronics ranks #30 out of 1002 companies for Moat Score. This places Renesas Electronics 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. Renesas Electronics'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 Renesas Electronics stock overvalued right now?
Renesas Electronics (MEX:RNEC N) has a current Moat Score of 6. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN148.58, compared to a current price of MXN305.03 — trading 105.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Renesas Electronics' overall GF Score™ is 74/100 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 Renesas Electronics (MEX:RNEC N), 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 Renesas Electronics (MEX:RNEC N) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Renesas Electronics stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN305.03 is trading 105.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN148.58.

Key valuation signals for MEX:RNEC N:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: MXN148.58 vs. price of MXN305.03 (105.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 6 warning signs

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

Renesas Electronics Business Description

Address 3-2-24 Toyosu, Koto-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 135-0061
Renesas Electronics is a Japanese broad-based integrated device manufacturer involved in the design and manufacturing of microcontrollers and analog chips, used across automotive, industrial, enterprise, and consumer industries. Headquartered in Tokyo, the company was created through the combination of electronics business units from NEC Electronics, Mitsubishi, and Hitachi. The company's businesses are primarily focused in Asia, where they historically account for 70%-80% of its sales. Renesas is the third- and ninth-largest manufacturer of MCUs and power/analog devices, with a 17% and 3.5% market share, respectively, as of 2024.
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