NTIC (Northern Technologies International) Moat Score: 3/10 (As of Jul. 05, 2026)


NTIC Northern Technologies International Corp NTIC
56 GF Score
Price $8.63
GF Value $13.76
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Northern Technologies International Moat Score?

Northern Technologies International NTIC -1.71% 56 Moat Score is 3 as of Jul. 05, 2026. GuruFocus rates NTIC with a GF Score™ of 56/100 and a GF Value™ of $13.76 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,618 Chemicals companies, Northern Technologies International ranks better than 90.54% on this metric.

Northern Technologies International has the Moat Score of 3, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Northern Technologies International has No Moat: NTIC has some proprietary technology in corrosion solutions but operates in a niche market with limited scale and no significant brand strength or network effects to support a stronger 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 Northern Technologies International might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Northern Technologies International  (NAS:NTIC) 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

Northern Technologies International Moat Score Related Terms

NTIC vs FSI, FEAM, KBLB: Moat Score Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Northern Technologies International'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.

Northern Technologies International Moat Score vs Chemicals Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where Northern Technologies International's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 3 mean?
Northern Technologies International (NTIC) has a Moat Score of 3 as of Jul. 05, 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, Northern Technologies International ranks #153 out of 1618 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 9.5%.
Is Northern Technologies International's Moat Score too high?
Northern Technologies International's current Moat Score is 3. Based on the distribution chart, Northern Technologies International ranks #153 out of 1618 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Northern Technologies International has a GF Score™ of 56/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Northern Technologies International's Moat Score compare to FSI and FEAM?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Northern Technologies International ranks #153 out of 1618 companies for Moat Score. This places Northern Technologies International in the top 10% 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. Northern Technologies International'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 Northern Technologies International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Northern Technologies International (NTIC) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $13.76, compared to a current price of $8.63 — trading 37.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 3. Northern Technologies International's overall GF Score™ is 56/100 with 4 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 Northern Technologies International (NTIC), the current Moat Score is 3 as of Jul. 05, 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 Northern Technologies International (NTIC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Northern Technologies International stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $8.63 is trading 37.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $13.76. GuruFocus considers Northern Technologies International to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for NTIC:

  • Moat Score: 3
  • GF Value™: $13.76 vs. price of $8.63 (37.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 56/100 with 4 warning signs

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

Northern Technologies International Business Description

Address 4201 Woodland Road, P.O. Box 69, Circle Pines, MN, USA, 55014
Northern Technologies International Corp is a United States-based firm that develops and markets proprietary, environmentally beneficial products and services world wide either directly or through a network of joint ventures, distributors, and agents. It operates through two segments, which include ZERUST products and services and Nature-Tec products. Its main business is providing corrosion prevention solutions that are marketed under the ZERUST brand. The company also sells a portfolio of bio-based and biodegradable (compostable) polymer resin compounds and finished products marketed under the Nature-Tec brand. The ZERUST brand generates a vast majority of the revenue for the company. The company generates the majority of its revenue in the United States.
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