NKOKF (Noritsu Koki Co) Moat Score: 3/10 (As of Jul. 04, 2026)


NKOKF Noritsu Koki Co Ltd NKOKF
94 GF Score
Price $12.45
GF Value $12.19
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Noritsu Koki Co Moat Score?

Noritsu Koki Co NKOKF 94 Moat Score is 3 as of Jul. 04, 2026. GuruFocus rates NKOKF with a GF Score™ of 94/100 and a GF Value™ of $12.19 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,470 Hardware companies, Noritsu Koki Co ranks better than 91.66% on this metric.

Noritsu Koki Co has the Moat Score of 3, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Noritsu Koki Co has No Moat: Noritsu Koki Co Ltd has limited market share and lacks strong brand strength or intellectual property. The company operates in a competitive market with low switching costs and no significant cost advantages, resulting in transient advantages.

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 Noritsu Koki Co might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Noritsu Koki Co  (OTCPK:NKOKF) 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

Noritsu Koki Co Moat Score Related Terms

NKOKF vs AAPL: Moat Score Comparison

For the Consumer Electronics subindustry, Noritsu Koki 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.

Noritsu Koki Co Moat Score vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Noritsu Koki Co's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Noritsu Koki Co's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 3 mean?
Noritsu Koki Co (NKOKF) has a Moat Score of 3 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, Noritsu Koki Co ranks #206 out of 2470 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 8.3%.
Is Noritsu Koki Co's Moat Score too high?
Noritsu Koki Co's current Moat Score is 3. Based on the distribution chart, Noritsu Koki Co ranks #206 out of 2470 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Noritsu Koki Co has a GF Score™ of 94/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Noritsu Koki Co's Moat Score compare to AAPL?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Noritsu Koki Co ranks #206 out of 2470 companies for Moat Score. This places Noritsu Koki Co in the top 8% 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 Hardware company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Hardware 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. Noritsu Koki Co's current Moat Score is 3. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Noritsu Koki Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Noritsu Koki Co (NKOKF) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $12.19, compared to a current price of $12.45 — trading 2.1% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 3. Noritsu Koki Co's overall GF Score™ is 94/100 with 3 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 Noritsu Koki Co (NKOKF), the current Moat Score is 3 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 Noritsu Koki Co (NKOKF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Noritsu Koki Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $12.45 is trading 2.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $12.19. GuruFocus considers Noritsu Koki Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for NKOKF:

  • Moat Score: 3
  • GF Value™: $12.19 vs. price of $12.45 (2.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 94/100 with 3 warning signs

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

Noritsu Koki Co Business Description

Other Exchanges 7744:Japan
Address Azabu Juban 1-10-10 Joule A, 5th Floor, Minato-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 106-0045
Noritsu Koki Co Ltd is a Japan-based company engaged in the development of the Automatic Photographic Paper Washing Machine. The company has developed and manufactured various photographic processing equipment and expanded its business globally. The Group mainly engages in manufacturing (parts and materials) and manufacturing (audioequipment-related) businesses utilizing globally competitive technologies. The company has two operating segments, which include Manufacturing (parts and materials) and Manufacturing (Audio Equipment Related).
94GF Score

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