Silicon Optronics (TPE:3530) Moat Score: 0/10 (As of Aug. 19, 2026)

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TPE:3530 Silicon Optronics Inc TPE:3530
62 GF Score
Price NT$55.10
GF Value NT$100.05
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Silicon Optronics Moat Score?

Silicon Optronics has the Moat Score of 0, which implies that the company might have No Moat - No discernible moat.

Silicon Optronics has

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 Silicon Optronics might have No Moat - No discernible moat.

Silicon Optronics  (TPE:3530) 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

Silicon Optronics Moat Score Related Terms

TPE:3530
62GF Score
Silicon Optronics Inc TPE:3530
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Is Silicon Optronics (TPE:3530) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Silicon Optronics stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$55.10 is trading 44.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$100.05. GuruFocus considers Silicon Optronics to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for TPE:3530:

  • Moat Score: 0
  • GF Value™: NT$100.05 vs. price of NT$55.10 (44.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 62/100 with 2 warning signs

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Silicon Optronics Business Description

Address Li Hsin 1st Road, 10-2, 4th Floor, East District, Hsin-Chu, TWN, 300
Silicon Optronics Inc is engaged in the design, development, and sale of complementary metal-oxide semiconductors. Its products include image sensors and shutters. The company derives revenue from complementary metal-oxide semiconductors. Geographically, it operates in Hong Kong, the United States, Taiwan, and other countries, with the majority of revenue deriving from Hong Kong.
62GF Score

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NT$55.10
Price
NT$100.05
GF Value