Microchip Technology (XSWX:MCHP) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 29, 2026)


XSWX:MCHP Microchip Technology Inc XSWX:MCHP
48 GF Score
Price CHF72.24
GF Value CHF48.07
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Microchip Technology Moat Score?

Microchip Technology XSWX:MCHP -5.20% 48 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 29, 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:MCHP with a GF Score™ of 48/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF48.07 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,000 Semiconductors companies, Microchip Technology ranks better than 97% on this metric.

Microchip Technology has the Moat Score of 6, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Microchip Technology has Narrow Moat: Microchip Technology Inc has a strong narrow moat due to its economies of scale and valuable intellectual property in the semiconductor industry. The company benefits from customer switching costs and a robust distribution network, but lacks the dominance required for a wide moat.

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 Microchip Technology might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Microchip Technology  (XSWX:MCHP) 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

Microchip Technology Moat Score Related Terms

XSWX:MCHP vs CRDO, GFS, CBRS: Moat Score Comparison

For the Semiconductors subindustry, Microchip Technology'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.

Microchip Technology Moat Score vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, Microchip Technology's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Microchip Technology's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Microchip Technology (XSWX:MCHP) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jun. 29, 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, Microchip Technology ranks #30 out of 1000 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 3%.
Is Microchip Technology's Moat Score too high?
Microchip Technology's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Microchip Technology ranks #30 out of 1000 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Microchip Technology has a GF Score™ of 48/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Microchip Technology's Moat Score compare to CRDO and GFS?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, Microchip Technology ranks #30 out of 1000 companies for Moat Score. This places Microchip Technology 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 Semiconductors company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Semiconductors 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. Microchip Technology's current Moat Score is 6. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Microchip Technology stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Microchip Technology (XSWX:MCHP) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF48.07, compared to a current price of CHF72.24 — trading 50.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Microchip Technology's overall GF Score™ is 48/100 with 6 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 Microchip Technology (XSWX:MCHP), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 29, 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 Microchip Technology (XSWX:MCHP) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Microchip Technology stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of CHF72.24 is trading 50.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF48.07. GuruFocus considers Microchip Technology to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:MCHP:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: CHF48.07 vs. price of CHF72.24 (50.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 48/100 with 6 warning signs

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

Microchip Technology Business Description

Address 2355 W. Chandler Boulevard, Chandler, AZ, USA, 85224-6199
Microchip Technology became an independent company in 1989 when it was spun off from General Instrument. More than half of revenue comes from MCUs, which are used in a wide array of electronic devices from remote controls to garage door openers to power windows in autos. The company's strength lies in lower-end 8-bit MCUs that are suitable for a wider range of less technologically advanced devices, but the firm has expanded its presence in higher-end MCUs and analog chips as well.
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