SFWL (Shengfeng Development) Moat Score: 3/10 (As of Sep. 07, 2026)

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SFWL Shengfeng Development Ltd SFWL
74 GF Score
Price $14.25
GF Value $28.29
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Shengfeng Development Moat Score?

Shengfeng Development SFWL +6.62% 74 Moat Score is 3 as of Sep. 07, 2026. GuruFocus rates SFWL with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of $28.29 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,060 Transportation companies, Shengfeng Development ranks better than 83.58% on this metric.

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

Shengfeng Development has No Moat: Shengfeng Development operates in a competitive industry with limited differentiation. It lacks significant market leadership, brand strength, or cost advantages. The company does not have substantial regulatory barriers or intellectual property to provide a durable competitive edge.

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 Shengfeng Development might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Shengfeng Development  (NAS:SFWL) 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

Shengfeng Development Moat Score Related Terms

SFWL vs CRGO, JANL, NCEW: Moat Score Comparison

For the Integrated Freight & Logistics subindustry, Shengfeng Development'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.

Shengfeng Development Moat Score vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Shengfeng Development's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 3 mean?
Shengfeng Development (SFWL) has a Moat Score of 3 as of Sep. 07, 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, Shengfeng Development ranks #174 out of 1060 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 16.4%.
Is Shengfeng Development's Moat Score too high?
Shengfeng Development's current Moat Score is 3. Based on the distribution chart, Shengfeng Development ranks #174 out of 1060 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Shengfeng Development has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Shengfeng Development's Moat Score compare to CRGO and JANL?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Shengfeng Development ranks #174 out of 1060 companies for Moat Score. This places Shengfeng Development in the top 16% 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 Transportation company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Transportation 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. Shengfeng Development'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 Shengfeng Development stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shengfeng Development (SFWL) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $28.29, compared to a current price of $14.25 — trading 49.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 3. Shengfeng Development's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 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 Shengfeng Development (SFWL), the current Moat Score is 3 as of Sep. 07, 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 Shengfeng Development (SFWL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shengfeng Development stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $14.25 is trading 49.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $28.29. GuruFocus considers Shengfeng Development to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for SFWL:

  • Moat Score: 3
  • GF Value™: $28.29 vs. price of $14.25 (49.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 3 warning signs

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

Shengfeng Development Business Description

Address No. 478, Fuxin East Road, Shengfeng Building, Jin’an District, Fujian Province, Fuzhou, CHN, 350001
Shengfeng Development Ltd is a holding company. Through its subsidiaries, it offers contract logistics services in China. The contract logistics services offered by the company include planning and designing supply chains, designing facilities, processing orders, collecting payments, managing inventories, and providing client services. The company's operations are based in the PRC. Its integrated logistics solutions are comprised of three business streams: B2B freight transportation services; cloud storage services; and value-added services. The company derives maximum revenue from Transportation, followed by Warehouse storage management services. The solutions provides by the company are : Internet TV; Electronic communication; Textiles and Apparel; Automotive parts; and e-commerce.
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