ACM Research (STU:813) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Jul. 14, 2026)

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STU:813 ACM Research Inc STU:813
82 GF Score
Price €82.50
GF Value €30.29
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is ACM Research Moat Score?

ACM Research STU:813 -8.74% 82 Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 14, 2026. GuruFocus rates STU:813 with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of €30.29 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 998 Semiconductors companies, ACM Research ranks better than 89.28% on this metric.

ACM Research has the Moat Score of 4, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

ACM Research has Narrow Moat: ACM Research has a discernible moat with its proprietary technology in semiconductor equipment. However, the competitive industry and moderate market share constrain its moat to a narrow classification.

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 ACM Research might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

ACM Research  (STU:813) 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

ACM Research Moat Score Related Terms

STU:813 vs CAMT, KLIC, UCTT: Moat Score Comparison

For the Semiconductor Equipment & Materials subindustry, ACM Research'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.

ACM Research Moat Score vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, ACM Research's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


STU:813
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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
ACM Research (STU:813) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Jul. 14, 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, ACM Research ranks #107 out of 998 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 10.7%.
Is ACM Research's Moat Score too high?
ACM Research's current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, ACM Research ranks #107 out of 998 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, ACM Research has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ACM Research's Moat Score compare to CAMT and KLIC?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, ACM Research ranks #107 out of 998 companies for Moat Score. This places ACM Research in the top 11% 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 Semiconductors company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Semiconductors 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. ACM Research's current Moat Score is 4. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is ACM Research stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ACM Research (STU:813) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €30.29, compared to a current price of €82.50 — trading 172.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. ACM Research's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 6 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 ACM Research (STU:813), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 14, 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 ACM Research (STU:813) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ACM Research stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €82.50 is trading 172.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of €30.29. GuruFocus considers ACM Research to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for STU:813:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: €30.29 vs. price of €82.50 (172.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:813 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

ACM Research Business Description

Other Exchanges ACMR:USA1ACMR:Italy
Address 42307 Osgood Road, Suite I, Fremont, CA, USA, 94539
ACM Research Inc supplies capital equipment developed for the semiconductor industry. The company focuses on developing differentiated process solutions that enable effective particle removal, uniform material deposition, and reliable process control for the fabricators of integrated circuits. Its product offerings include wet-cleaning, plating, furnace, PECVD, track, and other front-end processing equipment. Additionally, it develops, manufactures, and sells a range of packaging equipment to wafer assembly and packaging customers. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from its customers in Mainland China, and the rest from other regions.
82GF Score

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