Global Information (TSE:4171) Moat Score: 0/10 (As of Jul. 16, 2026)

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TSE:4171 Global Information Inc TSE:4171
79 GF Score
Price 円1,662.00
GF Value 円1,247.80
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Global Information Moat Score?

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

Global Information 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 Global Information might have No Moat - No discernible moat.

Global Information  (TSE:4171) 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

Global Information Moat Score Related Terms

TSE:4171
79GF Score
Global Information Inc TSE:4171
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Is Global Information (TSE:4171) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Global Information stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円1,662.00 is trading 33.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,247.80. GuruFocus considers Global Information to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:4171:

  • Moat Score: 0
  • GF Value™: 円1,247.80 vs. price of 円1,662.00 (33.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:4171 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Global Information Business Description

Address 2-3 Manpukuji 1-chome, Aso-ku, 7th Floor, Ursis Building, Kanagawa Prefecture, Kawasaki, JPN, 215-0004
Global Information Inc is an information service company. It offers comprehensive information services, from providing market research reports, individual surveys, and customized research that meet research needs accurately. The Group has two reportable segments: Market and technology trend information provision business, and Other businesses.
79GF Score

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円1,662.00
Price
円1,247.80
GF Value