H.B. Fuller Co (STU:HB1) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 11, 2026)


STU:HB1 H.B. Fuller Co STU:HB1
81 GF Score
Price €48.80
GF Value €57.23
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is H.B. Fuller Co Moat Score?

H.B. Fuller Co STU:HB1 +1.24% 81 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 11, 2026. GuruFocus rates STU:HB1 with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of €57.23 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,618 Chemicals companies, H.B. Fuller Co ranks better than 98.7% on this metric.

H.B. Fuller Co has the Moat Score of 6, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

H.B. Fuller Co has Narrow Moat: H.B. Fuller has a strong narrow moat due to its established market leadership in adhesives and sealants, benefiting from economies of scale and a strong distribution network. The company has valuable intellectual property and patents, contributing to its competitive edge. However, the industry is competitive, limiting its pricing power and preventing a wide moat 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 H.B. Fuller Co might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

H.B. Fuller Co  (STU:HB1) 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

H.B. Fuller Co Moat Score Related Terms

STU:HB1 vs HWKN, WDFC, AVNT: Moat Score Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, H.B. Fuller Co'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.

H.B. Fuller Co Moat Score vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, H.B. Fuller Co's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where H.B. Fuller Co's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
H.B. Fuller Co (STU:HB1) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jul. 11, 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, H.B. Fuller Co ranks #21 out of 1618 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 1.3%.
Is H.B. Fuller Co's Moat Score too high?
H.B. Fuller Co's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, H.B. Fuller Co ranks #21 out of 1618 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, H.B. Fuller Co has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does H.B. Fuller Co's Moat Score compare to HWKN and WDFC?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, H.B. Fuller Co ranks #21 out of 1618 companies for Moat Score. This places H.B. Fuller Co in the top 1% 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 Chemicals company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Chemicals 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. H.B. Fuller Co's current Moat Score is 6. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is H.B. Fuller Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, H.B. Fuller Co (STU:HB1) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €57.23, compared to a current price of €48.80 — trading 14.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. H.B. Fuller Co's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 4 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 H.B. Fuller Co (STU:HB1), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 11, 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 H.B. Fuller Co (STU:HB1) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, H.B. Fuller Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €48.80 is trading 14.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of €57.23. GuruFocus considers H.B. Fuller Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for STU:HB1:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: €57.23 vs. price of €48.80 (14.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:HB1 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

H.B. Fuller Co Business Description

Other Exchanges FUL:USAHB1:Germany
Address 1200 Willow Lake Boulevard, Saint Paul, MN, USA, 55110-5101
H.B. Fuller Co manufactures and sells adhesives, sealants, and other chemical-based products. The company organizes itself into three segments: Hygiene, Health and Consumable Adhesives, Engineering Adhesives, and Construction Adhesives. It generates the maximum revenue from hygiene, health, and consumable adhesives. This segment produces and supplies a full range of specialty industrial adhesives such as thermoplastic, thermoset, reactive, water-based, and solvent-based products for applications in various markets, including packaging, converting, nonwoven, and hygiene (disposable diapers, feminine care, and medical garments) and health and beauty. The company generates around half of its revenue in the United States.
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