SHMZF (Shimadzu) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 24, 2026)


SHMZF Shimadzu Corp SHMZF
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GF Value $29.50
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What is Shimadzu Moat Score?

Shimadzu SHMZF -12.54% 94 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 24, 2026. GuruFocus rates SHMZF with a GF Score™ of 94/100 and a GF Value™ of $29.50. The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 2,469 Hardware companies, Shimadzu ranks better than 98.78% on this metric.

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

Shimadzu has Narrow Moat: Shimadzu Corp benefits from strong brand strength and valuable intellectual property in analytical and measuring instruments. It has a solid market position in niche scientific markets, supported by consistent innovation and R&D capabilities. However, it lacks the scale and network effects to justify 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 Shimadzu might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Shimadzu  (OTCPK:SHMZF) 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

Shimadzu Moat Score Related Terms

SHMZF vs COHR, KEYS, GRMN: Moat Score Comparison

For the Scientific & Technical Instruments subindustry, Shimadzu'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.

Shimadzu Moat Score vs Hardware Industry

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

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


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What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Shimadzu (SHMZF) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jun. 24, 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, Shimadzu ranks #30 out of 2469 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 1.2%.
Is Shimadzu's Moat Score too high?
Shimadzu's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Shimadzu ranks #30 out of 2469 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Shimadzu has a GF Score™ of 94/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Shimadzu's Moat Score compare to COHR and KEYS?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Shimadzu ranks #30 out of 2469 companies for Moat Score. This places Shimadzu 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 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. Shimadzu'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 Shimadzu stock overvalued right now?
Shimadzu (SHMZF) has a current Moat Score of 6. The stock's GF Value™ is $29.50, compared to a current price of $24.49 — trading 17% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Shimadzu's overall GF Score™ is 94/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Shimadzu (SHMZF), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 24, 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 Shimadzu (SHMZF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shimadzu stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $24.49 is trading 17% below its estimated GF Value™ of $29.50.

Key valuation signals for SHMZF:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: $29.50 vs. price of $24.49 (17% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 94/100 with 1 warning sign

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

Shimadzu Business Description

Address 1 Nishinokyo Kuwabaracho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, JPN, 604-8511
Shimadzu Corp is a Japan-based company engaged in the manufacture of precision instruments, measuring equipment, and medical devices. The firm operates in four segments: Aviation Equipment, Industrial Equipment, Measuring Equipment, Medical Equipment, and Others. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Measuring Equipment segment, which is engaged in the provision of X-ray television (TV) systems, angiography systems, X-ray imaging systems, and others.
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