Dai-Ichi Cutter Kogyo KK (TSE:1716) Moat Score: 0/10 (As of Jul. 16, 2026)

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TSE:1716 Dai-Ichi Cutter Kogyo KK TSE:1716
71 GF Score
Price 円1,410.00
GF Value 円1,333.11
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Dai-Ichi Cutter Kogyo KK Moat Score?

Dai-Ichi Cutter Kogyo KK has the Moat Score of 0, which implies that the company might have No Moat - No discernible moat.

Dai-Ichi Cutter Kogyo KK 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 Dai-Ichi Cutter Kogyo KK might have No Moat - No discernible moat.

Dai-Ichi Cutter Kogyo KK  (TSE:1716) 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

Dai-Ichi Cutter Kogyo KK Moat Score Related Terms

TSE:1716
71GF Score
Dai-Ichi Cutter Kogyo KK TSE:1716
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Is Dai-Ichi Cutter Kogyo KK (TSE:1716) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Dai-Ichi Cutter Kogyo KK stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円1,410.00 is trading 5.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,333.11. GuruFocus considers Dai-Ichi Cutter Kogyo KK to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:1716:

  • Moat Score: 0
  • GF Value™: 円1,333.11 vs. price of 円1,410.00 (5.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 71/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:1716 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Dai-Ichi Cutter Kogyo KK Business Description

Address 833 Hagisono, Chigasaki-shi, Kanagawa, JPN, 253-0071
Dai-Ichi Cutter Kogyo KK operates in the construction industry. It performs cutting, drilling, and surface polishing works for asphalt and concrete infrastructures. It also provides washing works for production facilities. The company's business division includes Cutting and drilling work business, Building maintenance business, and Reuse and recycling business. The company generates the majority of its revenue from Cutting and drilling work business.
71GF Score

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円1,410.00
Price
円1,333.11
GF Value