G-III Apparel Group (STU:GI4) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Jul. 06, 2026)


STU:GI4 G-III Apparel Group Ltd STU:GI4
72 GF Score
Price €29.60
GF Value €23.07
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is G-III Apparel Group Moat Score?

G-III Apparel Group STU:GI4 +1.37% 72 Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 06, 2026. GuruFocus rates STU:GI4 with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of €23.07 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,139 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies, G-III Apparel Group ranks better than 96.84% on this metric.

G-III Apparel Group has the Moat Score of 4, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

G-III Apparel Group has Narrow Moat: G-III Apparel Group Ltd has a discernible moat with a strong brand portfolio and economies of scale. However, the fashion industry’s competitive nature and low switching costs limit its moat strength.

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 G-III Apparel Group might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

G-III Apparel Group  (STU:GI4) 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

G-III Apparel Group Moat Score Related Terms

STU:GI4 vs FIGS, OXM, UAA: Moat Score Comparison

For the Apparel Manufacturing subindustry, G-III Apparel Group'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.

G-III Apparel Group Moat Score vs Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories Industry

For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, G-III Apparel Group's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where G-III Apparel Group's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
G-III Apparel Group (STU:GI4) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Jul. 06, 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, G-III Apparel Group ranks #36 out of 1139 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, placing it in the top 3.2%.
Is G-III Apparel Group's Moat Score too high?
G-III Apparel Group's current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, G-III Apparel Group ranks #36 out of 1139 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, G-III Apparel Group has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does G-III Apparel Group's Moat Score compare to FIGS and OXM?
According to the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry distribution chart, G-III Apparel Group ranks #36 out of 1139 companies for Moat Score. This places G-III Apparel Group 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 a Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories 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. G-III Apparel Group'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 G-III Apparel Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, G-III Apparel Group (STU:GI4) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €23.07, compared to a current price of €29.60 — trading 28.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. G-III Apparel Group's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 5 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 G-III Apparel Group (STU:GI4), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 06, 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 G-III Apparel Group (STU:GI4) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, G-III Apparel Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €29.60 is trading 28.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of €23.07. GuruFocus considers G-III Apparel Group to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for STU:GI4:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: €23.07 vs. price of €29.60 (28.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:GI4 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

G-III Apparel Group Business Description

Other Exchanges GIII:USA
Address 512 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY, USA, 10018
G-III Apparel Group Ltd is an apparel manufacturing company. The company makes a wide range of apparel, footwear, and accessories that sells under its own brands, licensed brands, and private-label brands. It has a substantial portfolio for licensed and proprietary brands, anchored by brands: DKNY, Donna Karan, Karl Lagerfeld, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Vilebrequin, and others. The reportable segments of the company are Wholesale Operations and Retail Operations. The Wholesale operations segment includes sales of products under brands licensed by from third parties, and sales of products under its own brands and private label brands. The retail operations segment consists of Wilsons Leather, G.H. Bass, and DKNY retail stores. It derives majority of its revenue from Wholesale operations.
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