What Is Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc. (LIEN) Worth in 2026?
According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc. is potentially undervalued at its current price of $9.88. Based on our 13-model framework, Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc.'s intrinsic value is estimated at a composite fair value of $14.85 — representing +50.3% implied upside — with 10 out of 13 active models confirming this thesis. Model dispersion is worth noting: ML-RIV targets $52.81 (+434.5%), versus EPV at $3.44 (-65.2%). This +499.7% range highlights the importance of multi-model analysis rather than relying on any single methodology.
What Do the Models Say About LIEN?
13 of 13 models are currently active for LIEN. Of these, 10 models suggest upside while 3 models suggest overvaluation. The Bayesian DCF estimates LIEN's intrinsic value at $8.56, implying -13.4% downside from the current price. See which stocks rank higher →
How Does LIEN Rank in —?
LIEN operates in the — sector. CirclFi's QOC score of 6.8/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 6.8 indicates above-average quality.
Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc. operates in a competitive landscape where fundamental quality metrics are key differentiators for long-term value creation.
Is LIEN a Value Trap?
CirclFi's Value Trap algorithm assigns LIEN a score of 22/100 (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 Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc.. 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, Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc. scores 6.8 out of 10 on our 32-signal quality assessment, a solid rating that maintains reasonable quality metrics with some areas for improvement. 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 +499.7% — demonstrating why single-model analysis is dangerous. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →
Data Sources & Confidence
Every LIEN 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 LIEN's 13 active models, average confidence is 35%. 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 →