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Forbo Holding AG
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Market Cap

1.1B CHF

Industry

Consumer products

Forbo Holding AG, a Swiss conglomerate with roots stretching back over a hundred years, has successfully refined the art of transforming raw materials into sophisticated solutions. Known primarily for its two main divisions, Flooring Systems and Movement Systems, Forbo has established itself as a leader in the production of commercial and residential flooring, as well as high-performance conveyor and transmission systems. The Flooring Systems division is particularly renowned for its linoleum—a natural product made from renewable materials like linseed oil, cork, and wood flour—which appeals to environmentally conscious markets. Through its diverse offerings that range from vinyl and textile floor coverings to entrance flooring systems, Forbo caters to a wide spectrum of customers, including the residential, office, public transportation, and healthcare sectors. This diversity not only broadens its customer base but also stabilizes revenue streams across various economic cycles. The Movement Systems segment, under the brand name Siegling, is another pivotal pillar of Forbo's operations. This division specializes in the manufacture of conveyor and processing belts, modular belts, timing belts, and flat belts that are fundamental to sectors such as manufacturing, logistics, and food production. By focusing on industries with global reach and continuous demand, Forbo ensures a steady flow of income bolstered by its innovative solutions and customized applications. Coupled with a robust global distribution network, these business strategies enable Forbo to weave its products deeply into the fabric of various industrial and consumer applications worldwide, making it a formidable player in the global market. Through investment in research and development, Forbo not only maintains its competitive edge but also sets industry standards, continuously adapting to technological advancements and shifting market demands.

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Economic Moat is a concept popularized by Warren Buffett to describe a company's durable competitive advantage. It represents the 'moat' that protects a company from competitors and helps it sustain profitability over the long term. Our analysis of the past 10 years showed that companies with a wide economic moat significantly outperformed the market, delivering +645% returns compared to +189% for the S&P 500.

Our research into Economic Moat performance spans the past 10 years and focuses on companies with a wide economic moat. For this analysis, we calculated the average stock price returns of these companies, comparing them to the performance of the S&P 500 index over the same period.

The results were compelling: wide moat stocks achieved a remarkable +645% average return, compared to +188% for the broader market. This difference highlights the long-term benefits of investing in businesses that can maintain their market position and pricing power over time.

Note: This research does not account for survivorship bias. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

Determining whether a company has an economic moat requires both a deep dive into financial metrics and a qualitative assessment of its competitive position. Our analysts conduct a rigorous evaluation that focuses on identifying structural advantages that enable a company to sustain profitability and defend its market share over the long term.

The process begins with an analysis of a company’s historical financial performance. We assess how consistently the company has generated returns above its cost of capital and whether those returns have been stable or improving. However, financial performance alone doesn’t reveal the full picture. To understand the sources of these advantages, we evaluate five key drivers of economic moats:

Network Effect: We analyze whether the value of a company’s product or service grows as its user base expands. Platforms like payment systems or marketplaces benefit from this self-reinforcing.

Switching Costs: We assess whether customers face significant costs or disruptions when switching to a competitor’s product or service. High switching costs create customer stickiness and provide pricing power.

Intangible Assets: Strong brands, patents, and regulatory licenses can protect a company’s market position by creating barriers for competitors or enabling premium pricing. For example, a well-recognized consumer brand may command higher customer loyalty and margins.

Efficient scale: Occurs when a market is optimally served by one or a few players, making it unprofitable for new entrants to compete. This typically happens in industries with high fixed costs or geographic constraints, such as utilities or pipelines.

Cost Advantage: Companies with structural cost advantages can produce goods or services at a lower cost than their competitors, enabling them to offer competitive pricing or maintain higher margins. These advantages often arise from economies of scale, superior supply chain management, or proprietary technology. Firms like Walmart leverage their massive scale to negotiate better terms with suppliers, allowing them to undercut competitors on price.

By examining these factors in combination with a company’s financial performance and market positioning, we classify each company into one of three categories:

This rigorous evaluation ensures that our moat ratings are both comprehensive and reliable, giving investors the tools they need to make well-informed, long-term decisions.

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