What Is Centene Corporation (CNC) Worth in 2026?
According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, Centene Corporation's intrinsic value is estimated at $119.74, suggesting a +75.3% average upside from the current price of $68.30. While 8 models see room for appreciation, model agreement is not unanimous as 4 models flag potential overvaluation. Model dispersion is worth noting: Sentiment SOTP targets $310.46 (+354.5%), versus ML-RIV at $7.36 (-89.2%). This +443.8% range highlights the importance of multi-model analysis rather than relying on any single methodology.
What Do the Models Say About CNC?
12 of 13 models are currently active for CNC. Of these, 8 models suggest upside while 4 models suggest overvaluation. The Bayesian DCF estimates CNC's intrinsic value at $156.34, implying +128.9% upside from the current price. See which stocks rank higher →
How Does CNC Rank in Hospital & Medical Service Plans?
Among 9 Hospital & Medical Service Plans stocks, CNC ranks #6 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 8.0/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 8.0 indicates above-average quality.
Centene Corporation operates in a competitive landscape where fundamental quality metrics are key differentiators for long-term value creation.
Is CNC a Value Trap?
CirclFi's Value Trap algorithm assigns CNC a score of 17/100 (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
12 of 13 models are active for Centene Corporation. 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, Centene Corporation earns a quality score of 8.0/10. This robust 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 +443.8% — demonstrating why single-model analysis is dangerous. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →
Data Sources & Confidence
Every CNC 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 CNC's 12 active models, average confidence is 37%. 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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