Symrise AG (MIL:1SYM) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 04, 2026)


MIL:1SYM Symrise AG MIL:1SYM
58 GF Score
Price €89.90
GF Value €99.90
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Symrise AG Moat Score?

Symrise AG MIL:1SYM +5.12% 58 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 04, 2026. GuruFocus rates MIL:1SYM with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of €99.90 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,623 Chemicals companies, Symrise AG ranks better than 98.71% on this metric.

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

Symrise AG has Narrow Moat: Symrise AG has a strong narrow moat with significant brand strength in the flavor and fragrance industry. It benefits from economies of scale, valuable intellectual property, and consistent innovation, but lacks the overwhelming dominance required 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 Symrise AG might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Symrise AG  (MIL:1SYM) 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

Symrise AG Moat Score Related Terms

MIL:1SYM vs LIN, SHW, ECL: Moat Score Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Symrise AG'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.

Symrise AG Moat Score vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Symrise AG's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Symrise AG (MIL:1SYM) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jul. 04, 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, Symrise AG ranks #21 out of 1623 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 1.3%.
Is Symrise AG's Moat Score too high?
Symrise AG's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Symrise AG ranks #21 out of 1623 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Symrise AG has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Symrise AG's Moat Score compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Symrise AG ranks #21 out of 1623 companies for Moat Score. This places Symrise AG in the top 1% 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 Chemicals company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Chemicals 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. Symrise AG'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 Symrise AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Symrise AG (MIL:1SYM) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €99.90, compared to a current price of €89.90 — trading 10% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Symrise AG's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 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 Symrise AG (MIL:1SYM), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 04, 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 Symrise AG (MIL:1SYM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Symrise AG stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €89.90 is trading 10% below its estimated GF Value™ of €99.90. GuruFocus considers Symrise AG to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for MIL:1SYM:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: €99.90 vs. price of €89.90 (10% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 58/100 with 8 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the MIL:1SYM stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Symrise AG Business Description

Address Muhlenfeldstrasse 1, Holzminden, ST, DEU, 37603
Symrise is a global supplier of ingredients for fragrances and flavourings across the food, beverage, household products, and pharmaceutical industries. With an estimated 12% market share, it is the world's fourth-largest supplier of fragrances and flavourings. The company was created after a 2003 merger of two companies that originated in 1874 and 1919. With almost 13,000 employees, Symrise produces 35,000 products sourced from 10,000 mostly natural raw materials such as vanilla, citrus, blossoms, and plant or animal materials for more than 6,000 customers.
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