What Is Cognizant Technology Solutions (CTSH) Worth in 2026?
According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, Cognizant Technology Solutions 's intrinsic value is estimated at a composite $52.84, showing conflicting signals at the current price of $44.16. While the average implied return is +19.7%, model disagreement is elevated with a gap of +193.5% between the most bullish and bearish estimates. The most optimistic model, ML-RIV, places fair value at $96.21 (+117.9%), while Dynamic NAV — the most conservative — estimates $10.75 (-75.6%). This +193.5% gap reflects genuine analytical uncertainty about Cognizant Technology Solutions 's intrinsic worth. Among models with highest confidence, Bayesian DCF, EPV lean bullish — adding weight to the bullish side of the thesis.
What Do the Models Say About CTSH?
13 of 13 models are currently active for CTSH. Of these, 7 models suggest upside while 6 models suggest overvaluation. The Bayesian DCF estimates CTSH's intrinsic value at $76.71, implying +73.7% upside from the current price. See which stocks rank higher →
How Does CTSH Rank in Services-Computer Programming Services?
Among 31 Services-Computer Programming Services stocks, CTSH ranks #3 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 9.1/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 9.1 places CTSH in the top tier.
See all Most Undervalued Services-Computer Programming Services Stocks →
Cognizant Technology Solutions operates in a competitive landscape where fundamental quality metrics are key differentiators for long-term value creation.
Is CTSH a Value Trap?
CirclFi's Value Trap algorithm assigns CTSH 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
13 of 13 models are active for Cognizant Technology Solutions . Broad coverage provides high confidence. Each model applies a fundamentally different valuation philosophy. See the complete methodology →
According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, Cognizant Technology Solutions scores 9.1 out of 10 on our 32-signal quality assessment, a elite rating that ranks among the highest-quality businesses in our coverage universe. The QOC score synthesizes profitability margins, revenue growth reliability, debt management, and capital allocation into a single metric designed to separate durable businesses from statistically cheap ones.
The gap between the most bullish and bearish model spans +193.5% — demonstrating why single-model analysis is dangerous. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →
Data Sources & Confidence
Every CTSH 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 CTSH's 13 active models, average confidence is 54%. Moderate confidence indicates reasonable fit.
CirclFi's output is a research starting point, not a buy/sell signal. All data updates daily. Read the full methodology →
Buy with Gumroad