Semtech (MEX:SMTC) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 01, 2026)


MEX:SMTC Semtech Corp MEX:SMTC
55 GF Score
Price MXN2,863.00
GF Value MXN671.07
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Semtech Moat Score?

Semtech MEX:SMTC 55 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 01, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:SMTC with a GF Score™ of 55/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN671.07 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,000 Semiconductors companies, Semtech ranks better than 97% on this metric.

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

Semtech has Narrow Moat: Semtech Corp has a strong narrow moat due to its proprietary technology and innovation in the semiconductor industry. The company benefits from customer switching costs and some pricing power, but it operates in a competitive market with limited brand strength. Its durable advantages are clearly distinguishable but not wide.

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

Semtech  (MEX:SMTC) 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

Semtech Moat Score Related Terms

MEX:SMTC vs RMBS, ALGM, SIMO: Moat Score Comparison

For the Semiconductors subindustry, Semtech'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.

Semtech Moat Score vs Semiconductors Industry

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

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


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What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Semtech (MEX:SMTC) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jul. 01, 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, Semtech ranks #30 out of 1000 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 3%.
Is Semtech's Moat Score too high?
Semtech's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Semtech ranks #30 out of 1000 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Semtech has a GF Score™ of 55/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Semtech's Moat Score compare to RMBS and ALGM?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, Semtech ranks #30 out of 1000 companies for Moat Score. This places Semtech 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. Semtech'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 Semtech stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Semtech (MEX:SMTC) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN671.07, compared to a current price of MXN2,863.00 — trading 326.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Semtech's overall GF Score™ is 55/100 with 8 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 Semtech (MEX:SMTC), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 01, 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 Semtech (MEX:SMTC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Semtech stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN2,863.00 is trading 326.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN671.07. GuruFocus considers Semtech to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:SMTC:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: MXN671.07 vs. price of MXN2,863.00 (326.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 55/100 with 8 warning signs

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

Semtech Business Description

Address 200 Flynn Road, Camarillo, CA, USA, 93012-8790
Semtech Corp is a provider of high-performance semiconductors powering data center networking, Internet of Things ("IoT") connectivity, and cellular infrastructure solutions. The company designs, develops, manufactures, and markets a diverse portfolio of products for commercial applications, addressing the infrastructure, high-end consumer, and industrial end markets. The company operates in four reportable segments: Signal Integrity, Analog Mixed Signal and Wireless, IoT Systems, and Connected Services. The majority of the company's revenue is earned through the Analog Mixed Signal and Wireless segment. Geographically, the majority of the company's revenue is earned from the Asia Pacific region; the company also operates in North America and Europe.
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