SOCNF (Socionext) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jun. 28, 2026)


SOCNF Socionext Inc SOCNF
71 GF Score
Price $15.60
GF Value $17.45
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
View Full Analysis

What is Socionext Moat Score?

Socionext SOCNF +11.43% 71 Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 28, 2026. GuruFocus rates SOCNF with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of $17.45 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,042 Industrial Products companies, Socionext ranks better than 96.91% on this metric.

Socionext has the Moat Score of 5, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Socionext has Narrow Moat: Socionext Inc benefits from valuable intellectual property and a solid position in the semiconductor industry. While it has some customer loyalty and proprietary technology, the competitive landscape limits its pricing power and market share, resulting in a solid narrow 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 Socionext might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Socionext  (OTCPK:SOCNF) 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

Socionext Moat Score Related Terms

SOCNF vs VRT, BE: Moat Score Comparison

For the Electrical Equipment & Parts subindustry, Socionext'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.

Socionext Moat Score vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Socionext's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


SOCNF
71GF Score
Socionext Inc SOCNF
Moat Score is just one metric. See GF Score™, valuation, warning signs, and more.
View Full Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Socionext (SOCNF) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jun. 28, 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, Socionext ranks #94 out of 3042 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 3.1%.
Is Socionext's Moat Score too high?
Socionext's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Socionext ranks #94 out of 3042 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Socionext has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Socionext's Moat Score compare to VRT and BE?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Socionext ranks #94 out of 3042 companies for Moat Score. This places Socionext in the top 3% 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 an Industrial Products company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Industrial Products 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. Socionext's current Moat Score is 5. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Socionext stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Socionext (SOCNF) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $17.45, compared to a current price of $15.60 — trading 10.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Socionext's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 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 Socionext (SOCNF), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 28, 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 Socionext (SOCNF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Socionext stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $15.60 is trading 10.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $17.45. GuruFocus considers Socionext to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for SOCNF:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: $17.45 vs. price of $15.60 (10.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 71/100 with 3 warning signs

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

Socionext Business Description

Other Exchanges 6526:Japan0G8:Germany
Address 2-10-23 Shin-Yokohama, Nomura Shin-Yokohama Building, Kohoku-ku, Kanagawa Prefecture, Yokohama, JPN, 222-0033
Socionext Inc is engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, and sale of semiconductor products. The company operates under a Solution SoC business model, providing custom system-on-chip (SoC) solutions for various markets, including automotive, networking, imaging, and industrial applications. The company's revenue is mainly derived from the sales of semiconductor products.
71GF Score

Get the complete analysis for SOCNF

Moat Score is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.

$15.60
Price
$17.45
GF Value