UEIC (Universal Electronics) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 01, 2026)


UEIC Universal Electronics Inc UEIC
63 GF Score
Price $4.73
GF Value $6.19
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
View Full Analysis

What is Universal Electronics Moat Score?

Universal Electronics UEIC -1.15% 63 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 01, 2026. GuruFocus rates UEIC with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of $6.19 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,471 Hardware companies, Universal Electronics ranks better than 97.21% on this metric.

Universal Electronics has the Moat Score of 5, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Universal Electronics has Narrow Moat: Universal Electronics has a solid position in the remote control market with some proprietary technology and brand recognition. However, it faces competition and lacks significant customer switching costs or regulatory barriers, limiting its moat to a solid narrow level.

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 Universal Electronics might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Universal Electronics  (NAS:UEIC) 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

Universal Electronics Moat Score Related Terms

UEIC vs ZEPP, AXIL, KOSS: Moat Score Comparison

For the Consumer Electronics subindustry, Universal Electronics's Moat Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Moat Score data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

Universal Electronics Moat Score vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Universal Electronics's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Universal Electronics's Moat Score falls into.


UEIC
63GF Score
Universal Electronics Inc UEIC
Moat Score is just one metric. See GF Score™, valuation, warning signs, and more.
View Full Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Universal Electronics (UEIC) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jul. 01, 2026. 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. According to the industry distribution chart, Universal Electronics ranks #69 out of 2471 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 2.8%.
Is Universal Electronics' Moat Score too high?
Universal Electronics' current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Universal Electronics ranks #69 out of 2471 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Universal Electronics has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Universal Electronics' Moat Score compare to ZEPP and AXIL?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Universal Electronics ranks #69 out of 2471 companies for Moat Score. This places Universal Electronics in the top 3% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Moat Score for a Hardware company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Hardware industry context. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Moat Score mean?
A high Moat Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. 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. Universal Electronics's current Moat Score is 5. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Universal Electronics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Electronics (UEIC) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $6.19, compared to a current price of $4.73 — trading 23.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Universal Electronics' overall GF Score™ is 63/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Moat Score calculated?
Moat Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Universal Electronics (UEIC), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 01, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Universal Electronics (UEIC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Electronics stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $4.73 is trading 23.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $6.19. GuruFocus considers Universal Electronics to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for UEIC:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: $6.19 vs. price of $4.73 (23.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 3 warning signs

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

Universal Electronics Business Description

Address 15147 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite H300, Scottsdale, AZ, USA, 85254-2494
Universal Electronics Inc is engaged in universal wireless control solutions for the home. The company design, develop, manufacture, ship and support climate control solutions, wireless sensor and smart home control products, home entertainment control products, technology and software solutions and audio-video (AV) accessories that are used by the world's brands in the climate control, security, home automation, home appliance, home entertainment and consumer electronics markets.
63GF Score

Get the complete analysis for UEIC

Moat Score is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.

$4.73
Price
$6.19
GF Value