Smartoptics Group ASA (SMOP.OL) — Stock Score Summary

Smartoptics Group ASA (SMOP.OL) has a MoatMap StockRank of 86/100 based on Quality (74/100), Value (12/100), and Momentum (86/100) factor scores. The current signal is STRONG BUY. Smartoptics provides high-speed optical networking solutions for data centers and enterprises. As AI clusters and advanced packaging constraints force hyperscalers to optimize data transfer speeds and token costs, Smartoptics' open optical line systems represent an incredibly cost-effective, high-margin solution. It is a high-conviction, asset-light play on the physical constraints of AI infrastructure.

Smartoptics Group ASA provides innovative optical networking solutions and devices designed for open networking and high-speed data transmission. The company's products, including transceivers and multiplexers, enable enterprises, cloud providers, and telecom operators to increase network capacity cost-effectively. Its competitive moat lies in its specialized focus on open optical standards, allowing customers to avoid vendor lock-in and optimize their fiber-optic infrastructure.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$6.77
Market Cap$679M
P/E (TTM)134.22
P/E (Forward)43.44
Price/Book20.17
Return on Equity15.6%
Return on Invested Capital17.2%
Debt/Equity1.45
Gross Margin48.0%
Operating Margin7.9%
Revenue Growth59.6%
Dividend Yield1.0%
Free Cash Flow$26K

Smartoptics Group ASA operates in the Communication Equipment industry, part of the Technology sector (Norway).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Smartoptics Group ASA’s (SMOP.OL) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Smartoptics Group ASA (SMOP.OL) is 86/100, with a Strong Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (74), Value (12), and Momentum (86) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Smartoptics Group ASA have an economic moat?
Smartoptics Group ASA (SMOP.OL) has a Quality factor score of 74/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Smartoptics Group ASA a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Smartoptics Group ASA (SMOP.OL) is Strong Buy, based on a StockRank of 86/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Smartoptics Group ASA in?
Smartoptics Group ASA (SMOP.OL) operates in the Technology sector, specifically the Communication Equipment industry (Norway).