Lennox International (STU:LXI) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 22, 2026)

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STU:LXI Lennox International Inc STU:LXI
92 GF Score
Price €464.20
GF Value €469.91
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Lennox International Moat Score?

Lennox International STU:LXI -0.68% 92 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 22, 2026. GuruFocus rates STU:LXI with a GF Score™ of 92/100 and a GF Value™ of €469.91 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,840 Construction companies, Lennox International ranks better than 99.35% on this metric.

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

Lennox International has Narrow Moat: Lennox International Inc has a strong narrow moat with robust brand strength and customer loyalty in HVAC systems. Its economies of scale and consistent innovation in energy-efficient products enhance its competitive position, though it lacks the extensive network effects or regulatory barriers of 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 Lennox International might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Lennox International  (STU:LXI) 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

Lennox International Moat Score Related Terms

STU:LXI vs MAIR, MAS, CSL: Moat Score Comparison

For the Building Products & Equipment subindustry, Lennox 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.

Lennox International Moat Score vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Lennox International's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Lennox International (STU:LXI) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jul. 22, 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, Lennox International ranks #12 out of 1840 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 0.7%.
Is Lennox International's Moat Score too high?
Lennox International's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Lennox International ranks #12 out of 1840 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Lennox International has a GF Score™ of 92/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Lennox International's Moat Score compare to MAIR and MAS?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Lennox International ranks #12 out of 1840 companies for Moat Score. This places Lennox International 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 Construction company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Construction 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. Lennox International'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 Lennox International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lennox International (STU:LXI) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €469.91, compared to a current price of €464.20 — trading 1.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Lennox International's overall GF Score™ is 92/100 with 3 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 Lennox International (STU:LXI), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 22, 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 Lennox International (STU:LXI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lennox International stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €464.20 is trading 1.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of €469.91. GuruFocus considers Lennox International to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for STU:LXI:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: €469.91 vs. price of €464.20 (1.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 92/100 with 3 warning signs

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

Lennox International Business Description

Other Exchanges LII:USA
Address 2140 Lake Park Boulevard, Richardson, TX, USA, 75080
Lennox International manufacturers and distributes heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration products for the North American replacement (75% of sales) and new construction (25% of sales) markets. Residential HVAC (home comfort solutions) accounts for 67% of sales and commercial HVAC (building climate solutions) accounts for the remaining 33% of sales. Lennox's commercial exposure is what its peers refer to as residential and light commercial, and lacks the scale and complexity of what is referred to as an applied solution. The company goes to market with multiple brands, but Lennox is its flagship HVAC brand.
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