ICF International (STU:G6V) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Aug. 20, 2026)

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STU:G6V ICF International Inc STU:G6V
84 GF Score
Price €72.00
GF Value €81.63
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What is ICF International Moat Score?

ICF International STU:G6V 84 Moat Score is 5 as of Aug. 20, 2026. GuruFocus rates STU:G6V with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of €81.63. The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,088 Business Services companies, ICF International ranks better than 95.96% on this metric.

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

ICF International has Narrow Moat: ICF International Inc has a solid narrow moat due to its specialized consulting services and strong client relationships. While it benefits from some customer loyalty and modest switching costs, it lacks the scale or proprietary technology to establish 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 ICF International might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

ICF International  (STU:G6V) 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

ICF International Moat Score Related Terms

STU:G6V vs CRAI, HURN, ROMA: Moat Score Comparison

For the Consulting Services subindustry, ICF International'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.

ICF International Moat Score vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, ICF International's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


STU:G6V
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What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
ICF International (STU:G6V) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Aug. 20, 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, ICF International ranks #44 out of 1088 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 4%.
Is ICF International's Moat Score too high?
ICF International's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, ICF International ranks #44 out of 1088 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, ICF International has a GF Score™ of 84/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ICF International's Moat Score compare to CRAI and HURN?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, ICF International ranks #44 out of 1088 companies for Moat Score. This places ICF International in the top 4% 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 Business Services company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Business Services 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. ICF International'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 ICF International stock overvalued right now?
ICF International (STU:G6V) has a current Moat Score of 5. The stock's GF Value™ is €81.63, compared to a current price of €72.00 — trading 11.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. ICF International's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 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 ICF International (STU:G6V), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Aug. 20, 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 ICF International (STU:G6V) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ICF International stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €72.00 is trading 11.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of €81.63.

Key valuation signals for STU:G6V:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: €81.63 vs. price of €72.00 (11.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:G6V stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

ICF International Business Description

Other Exchanges ICFI:USA
Address 1902 Reston Metro Plaza, Reston, VA, USA, 20190
ICF International Inc provides professional services and technology-based solutions, including management, technology and policy consulting and implementation services, to government and commercial clients in the U.S. and internationally. Its government clients include U.S. federal agencies, state and local governments and international governments, as well as commercial clients inside and outside the U.S. It supports clients in Energy, Environment, Infrastructure and Disaster Recovery; Health and Social Programs; and Security and Other Civilian and Commercial markets. The company delivers services across the life cycle of a policy, program or project through Advisory Services, Program Implementation, Analytics Services, Digital Services and Engagement Services.
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