Quad/Graphics (STU:QGU) Moat Score: 3/10 (As of Jul. 13, 2026)


STU:QGU Quad/Graphics Inc STU:QGU
54 GF Score
Price €7.30
GF Value €4.09
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What is Quad/Graphics Moat Score?

Quad/Graphics STU:QGU +2.10% 54 Moat Score is 3 as of Jul. 13, 2026. GuruFocus rates STU:QGU with a GF Score™ of 54/100 and a GF Value™ of €4.09. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,095 Business Services companies, Quad/Graphics ranks better than 88.49% on this metric.

Quad/Graphics has the Moat Score of 3, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Quad/Graphics has No Moat: Quad/Graphics Inc faces declining demand in the traditional printing industry. It lacks significant market leadership and has limited pricing power. While it has some economies of scale, these are not sufficient to establish a durable competitive advantage in a shrinking market.

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 Quad/Graphics might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Quad/Graphics  (STU:QGU) 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

Quad/Graphics Moat Score Related Terms

STU:QGU vs BUUU, SPIR, CASS: Moat Score Comparison

For the Specialty Business Services subindustry, Quad/Graphics'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.

Quad/Graphics Moat Score vs Business Services Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where Quad/Graphics's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 3 mean?
Quad/Graphics (STU:QGU) has a Moat Score of 3 as of Jul. 13, 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, Quad/Graphics ranks #126 out of 1095 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 11.5%.
Is Quad/Graphics' Moat Score too high?
Quad/Graphics' current Moat Score is 3. Based on the distribution chart, Quad/Graphics ranks #126 out of 1095 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Quad/Graphics has a GF Score™ of 54/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Quad/Graphics' Moat Score compare to BUUU and SPIR?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Quad/Graphics ranks #126 out of 1095 companies for Moat Score. This places Quad/Graphics in the top 12% 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. Quad/Graphics's current Moat Score is 3. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Quad/Graphics stock overvalued right now?
Quad/Graphics (STU:QGU) has a current Moat Score of 3. The stock's GF Value™ is €4.09, compared to a current price of €7.30 — trading 78.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 3. Quad/Graphics' overall GF Score™ is 54/100 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 Quad/Graphics (STU:QGU), the current Moat Score is 3 as of Jul. 13, 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 Quad/Graphics (STU:QGU) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Quad/Graphics stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €7.30 is trading 78.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of €4.09.

Key valuation signals for STU:QGU:

  • Moat Score: 3
  • GF Value™: €4.09 vs. price of €7.30 (78.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 54/100 with 5 warning signs

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

Quad/Graphics Business Description

Other Exchanges QUAD:USA
Address N61 W23044 Harry\'s Way, Sussex, WI, USA, 53089-3995
Quad/Graphics Inc provides print and marketing services to help customers market their products, services, and contents. The company operates in the commercial segment of the printing industry. It operates through three divisions. The United States print and related services segment consists of the company's American operations. Besides the complete set of print and marketing solutions, this segment also manufactures ink. The international segment includes the company's printing business in Europe and Latin America and others countries. The corporate segment is engaged in the general and administrative activities as well as associated costs. The company almost generates all its revenue from the American domestic market..
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