Sugimoto (TSE:9932) Moat Score: 0/10 (As of Jul. 15, 2026)

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TSE:9932 Sugimoto & Co Ltd TSE:9932
77 GF Score
Price 円1,260.00
GF Value 円1,465.07
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Sugimoto Moat Score?

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

Sugimoto 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 Sugimoto might have No Moat - No discernible moat.

Sugimoto  (TSE:9932) 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

Sugimoto Moat Score Related Terms

TSE:9932
77GF Score
Sugimoto & Co Ltd TSE:9932
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Is Sugimoto (TSE:9932) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sugimoto stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円1,260.00 is trading 14% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,465.07. GuruFocus considers Sugimoto to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:9932:

  • Moat Score: 0
  • GF Value™: 円1,465.07 vs. price of 円1,260.00 (14% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 77/100 with 2 warning signs

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Sugimoto Business Description

Address 5-7-27 Tatemichibori, Nishi-Ku, Osaka, JPN, 550-8502
Sugimoto & Co Ltd is a Japan-based company mainly engaged in the manufacture and sale of measuring instruments, machining equipment, and other related products. It mainly sells equipment, machinery, tools, factory supplies, consumables, etc., used in factories. The group's product portfolio comprises cylinder gauge, caliper gauge, air duster, blow gun, ratchet lever, clamping screw, cut resistant glove, office supplies, garden supplies, bolt kit, safety hoist ring, etc. Its reportable segments are based on the regions of its sales offices and include East, West, Central, and Abroad. The majority of its revenue is generated from the West Region.
77GF Score

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円1,260.00
Price
円1,465.07
GF Value