Kokuyo Co (TSE:7984) Moat Score: 0/10 (As of Jul. 23, 2026)

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TSE:7984 Kokuyo Co Ltd TSE:7984
89 GF Score
Price 円860.70
GF Value 円715.33
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Kokuyo Co Moat Score?

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

Kokuyo Co 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 Kokuyo Co might have No Moat - No discernible moat.

Kokuyo Co  (TSE:7984) 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

Kokuyo Co Moat Score Related Terms

TSE:7984
89GF Score
Kokuyo Co Ltd TSE:7984
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Is Kokuyo Co (TSE:7984) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kokuyo Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円860.70 is trading 20.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円715.33. GuruFocus considers Kokuyo Co to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:7984:

  • Moat Score: 0
  • GF Value™: 円715.33 vs. price of 円860.70 (20.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 89/100 with 2 warning signs

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Kokuyo Co Business Description

Address 6-1-1 Oimarichoninami, Higashinari-ku, Osaka, JPN, 537-8686
Kokuyo Co Ltd is engaged in the manufacture, purchase, and sale of stationery, office furniture, and store utensils for retail businesses, as well as space design and consultation. The company operates through four segments: stationery, furniture, mail-order, and retail. The stationery business supplies stationery in Japan and other regions, including Vietnam, China, and India. The furniture business consists of the production and sale of office furniture, store fixtures, and furniture for public and commercial spaces. The mail-order and retail business provides mail-order services for individuals and retail and wholesale businesses, along with electronic purchasing systems and the operation of information sites.
89GF Score

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円860.70
Price
円715.33
GF Value