MasterBrand (STU:D55) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Aug. 26, 2026)

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STU:D55 MasterBrand Inc STU:D55
63 GF Score
Price €7.50
GF Value €11.01
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is MasterBrand Moat Score?

MasterBrand STU:D55 -2.60% 63 Moat Score is 5 as of Aug. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates STU:D55 with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of €11.01 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 442 Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances companies, MasterBrand ranks better than 97.96% on this metric.

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

MasterBrand has Narrow Moat: MasterBrand Inc has a solid narrow moat due to its strong brand strength and customer loyalty in the cabinetry market. It benefits from economies of scale and a superior distribution network, but lacks significant regulatory barriers or unique intellectual property to elevate it to 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 MasterBrand might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

MasterBrand  (STU:D55) 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

MasterBrand Moat Score Related Terms

STU:D55 vs MLKN, LEG, LZB: Moat Score Comparison

For the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances subindustry, MasterBrand'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.

MasterBrand Moat Score vs Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances Industry

For the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, MasterBrand's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
MasterBrand (STU:D55) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Aug. 26, 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, MasterBrand ranks #9 out of 442 companies in the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry, placing it in the top 2%.
Is MasterBrand's Moat Score too high?
MasterBrand's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, MasterBrand ranks #9 out of 442 companies in the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, MasterBrand has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MasterBrand's Moat Score compare to MLKN and LEG?
According to the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry distribution chart, MasterBrand ranks #9 out of 442 companies for Moat Score. This places MasterBrand in the top 2% 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 Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances 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. MasterBrand'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 MasterBrand stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MasterBrand (STU:D55) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €11.01, compared to a current price of €7.50 — trading 31.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. MasterBrand's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 with 7 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 MasterBrand (STU:D55), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Aug. 26, 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 MasterBrand (STU:D55) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MasterBrand stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €7.50 is trading 31.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of €11.01. GuruFocus considers MasterBrand to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for STU:D55:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: €11.01 vs. price of €7.50 (31.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:D55 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

MasterBrand Business Description

Other Exchanges MBC:USA
Address 3300 Enterprise Parkway, Suite 300, Beachwood, OH, USA, 44122
MasterBrand Inc operates as a residential cabinet manufacturer in North America. It offers a comprehensive portfolio of residential cabinetry products for the kitchen, bathroom, and other parts of the home. The firm sells its products throughout the United States and Canada through three primary channels: dealers, retailers and builders.
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