What Is Chemed Corp (CHE) Worth in 2026?
According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, Chemed Corp's intrinsic value is estimated at a composite fair value of $352.97. Trading at $492.28, the stock is approaching fair value or slight overvaluation (implied return of -28.3%), as 9 of 13 models suggest limited further upside. Notably, First Chicago sees the most upside at +19.5% (fair value: $588.48), while Dynamic NAV is the most conservative at -97.5% ($12.38). The spread between these extremes — +117.0% — reveals how different analytical frameworks can reach starkly different conclusions. Among models with highest confidence, EPV lean bearish — adding weight to the bearish side of the thesis.
What Do the Models Say About CHE?
13 of 13 models are currently active for CHE. Of these, 3 models suggest upside while 10 models suggest overvaluation. The Bayesian DCF estimates CHE's intrinsic value at $369.25, implying -25.0% downside from the current price. See which stocks rank higher →
How Does CHE Rank in Services-Home Health Care Services?
Among 5 Services-Home Health Care Services stocks, CHE ranks #1 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 9.1/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 9.1 places CHE in the top tier.
Chemed Corp operates in a competitive landscape where fundamental quality metrics are key differentiators for long-term value creation.
Is CHE a Value Trap?
CirclFi's Value Trap algorithm assigns CHE a score of 21/100 (SAFE). This indicates minimal risk. Fundamentals are healthy. The score cross-references apparent undervaluation against fundamental deterioration signals. Browse lowest value-trap stocks →
Multi-Model Methodology
13 of 13 models are active for Chemed Corp. Broad coverage provides high confidence. Each model applies a fundamentally different valuation philosophy. See the complete methodology →
According to the CirclFi Quality of Company (QOC) framework, Chemed Corp earns a quality score of 9.1/10. This exceptional rating reflects the company's standing across 32 fundamental signals spanning profitability, growth consistency, balance sheet strength, and capital allocation efficiency.
The gap between the most bullish and bearish model spans +117.0% — demonstrating why single-model analysis is dangerous. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →
Data Sources & Confidence
Every CHE valuation is built from SEC EDGAR XBRL filings — 700+ standardized financial tags. Macroeconomic context from FRED calibrates discount rates, while GDELT news sentiment feeds into our Sentiment SOTP model. All pipelines run daily. Read the complete data methodology →
Across CHE's 13 active models, average confidence is 49%. Lower confidence may reflect limited history or high volatility.
CirclFi's output is a research starting point, not a buy/sell signal. All data updates daily. Read the full methodology →
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