First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (FCNCP) Fair Value 2026

FCNCP · State Commercial Banks ·

By CirclFi Research Team · Data from SEC EDGAR, FRED & GDELT

Quality Score

7.9 /10

32 fundamental signals · 3 models active

Value Trap Risk

SAFE (20/100)

Quick Summary — As of 2026-07-14, First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (FCNCP) trades at $20.34, approximately 173% above CirclFi’s Bayesian DCF fair value of $7.45. QOC: 7.9/10. Value Trap Risk: 20/100 (SAFE). 3/13 models active.

Key Facts

Ticker
FCNCP
Price
$20.34
Quality Score
7.9/10
Value Trap Risk
20/100
Models Active
3/13
Last Updated
Strength: Sentiment SOTP suggests +187.2% upside with 40% confidence
Risk: Majority of models suggest overvaluation

Valuation Matrix

3 Intrinsic Value Models vs. Current Price ($20.34)

Core Models (Unlocked)
Model Fair Value Upside
Bayesian DCF
High Conviction
$7.45 -63.4%
Sentiment SOTP
Medium Conviction
$58.41 +187.2%
PWERM
Medium Conviction
$2.07 -89.8%

All Models Active

All 3 models are displayed above.

What Is First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (FCNCP) Worth in 2026?

According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, First Citizens BancShares, Inc.'s intrinsic value is estimated at a composite fair value of $22.64. Trading at $20.34, the stock is approaching fair value or slight overvaluation (implied return of +11.3%), as 2 of 3 models suggest limited further upside. Model dispersion is worth noting: Sentiment SOTP targets $58.41 (+187.2%), versus PWERM at $2.07 (-89.8%). This +277.0% range highlights the importance of multi-model analysis rather than relying on any single methodology.

What Do the Models Say About FCNCP?

3 of 13 models are currently active for FCNCP. Of these, 1 model suggests upside while 2 models suggest overvaluation. The Bayesian DCF estimates FCNCP's intrinsic value at $7.45, implying -63.4% downside from the current price. See which stocks rank higher →

How Does FCNCP Rank in State Commercial Banks?

Among 172 State Commercial Banks stocks, FCNCP ranks #120 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 7.9/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 7.9 indicates above-average quality.

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First Citizens BancShares, Inc.'s positioning within the State Commercial Banks segment means that net interest margin (NIM) plays an outsized role in fundamental analysis. The sector's unique characteristics — including digital banking adoption — shape both the opportunity set and risk profile.

Is FCNCP a Value Trap?

CirclFi's Value Trap algorithm assigns FCNCP a score of 20/100 (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

3 of 13 models are active for First Citizens BancShares, Inc.. Limited activation may indicate insufficient history. Each model applies a fundamentally different valuation philosophy. See the complete methodology →

According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, First Citizens BancShares, Inc. scores 7.9 out of 10 on our 32-signal quality assessment, a strong rating that demonstrates strong fundamentals across the majority of our quality signals. 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 +277.0% — demonstrating why single-model analysis is dangerous. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →

Data Sources & Confidence

Every FCNCP 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 FCNCP's 3 active models, average confidence is 40%. 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 →

This analysis is produced by the CirclFi Valuation Engine using quantitative models applied to SEC EDGAR filings, public market feeds, and FRED macroeconomic indicators. It is not financial advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions About First Citizens BancShares, Inc.

What is First Citizens BancShares, Inc.'s intrinsic value in 2026?

Based on CirclFi's 13-model analysis, First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (FCNCP) has multiple fair value estimates. The Bayesian DCF model runs 10,000 Monte Carlo simulations with jump-diffusion to estimate intrinsic value at $7.45. The Quality of Company score is 7.9/10 across 32 fundamental signals. All models use SEC EDGAR filings updated daily. See our methodology page for how each model works.

Is FCNCP overvalued or undervalued right now?

At $20.34, 1 of 3 active models suggest FCNCP may be undervalued, while 2 indicate potential overvaluation. The assessment depends on which methodology best fits First Citizens BancShares, Inc.'s business model in State Commercial Banks.

What does a Quality of Company score of 7.9 mean for FCNCP?

First Citizens BancShares, Inc.'s QOC of 7.9/10 reflects 32 fundamental signals: profitability margins, revenue growth consistency, balance sheet leverage, free cash flow generation, and capital allocation efficiency. Scores above 7 indicate strong fundamentals and disciplined management.

How many valuation models does CirclFi run on FCNCP?

CirclFi analyzes FCNCP with 13 institutional-grade models daily: Bayesian DCF (Monte Carlo + jump-diffusion), EPV (Greenwald zero-growth), EROIC Spread (McKinsey reinvestment), First Chicago (3-scenario), Markov DDM (regime-switching), ML-RIV (machine learning residual income), Dynamic NAV (asset-based), PWERM (option-theoretic), Regime Cross-Sectional (relative), Sentiment SOTP (hybrid), CUCE Ensemble (meta-model), FTNN Topology (neural network), and RCMH-DCF (conditional regime). Currently 3 of 13 are active for this stock. Read the full methodology →

Is FCNCP a value trap in 2026?

First Citizens BancShares, Inc.'s Value Trap score is 20/100 (SAFE). This low score indicates the current valuation is not artificially depressed by fundamental deterioration, suggesting genuine opportunity rather than a trap. Browse stocks by value-trap risk →