PDF Solutions, Inc. (PDFS) Fair Value 2026

PDFS · Services-Prepackaged Software ·

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

Quality Score

9.3 /10

32 fundamental signals · 11 models active

Value Trap Risk

SAFE (12/100)

Quick Summary — As of 2026-07-13, PDF Solutions, Inc. (PDFS) trades at $52.79, approximately 2194% above CirclFi’s Bayesian DCF fair value of $2.30. QOC: 9.3/10. Value Trap Risk: 12/100 (SAFE). 11/13 models active.

Key Facts

Ticker
PDFS
Price
$52.79
Quality Score
9.3/10
Value Trap Risk
12/100
Models Active
11/13
Last Updated
Strength: Quality Score of 9.3/10 indicates strong fundamentals
Risk: Majority of models suggest overvaluation

Valuation Matrix

11 Intrinsic Value Models vs. Current Price ($52.79)

Core Models (Unlocked)
Model Fair Value Upside
Bayesian DCF
High Conviction
$2.30 -95.6%
Earnings Power Value
Low Conviction
$0.63 -98.8%
CUCE Ensemble
Low Conviction
$10.19 -80.7%
First Chicago
High Conviction
$21.58 -59.1%

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What Is PDF Solutions, Inc. (PDFS) Worth in 2026?

According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, PDF Solutions, Inc.'s intrinsic value is estimated at $14.45, suggesting the stock is overvalued at its current price of $52.79. With 10 out of 11 models flagging downside (-72.6% average return), the market may be pricing in unsustainable growth. Notably, PWERM sees the most upside at +17.8% (fair value: $62.16), while EPV is the most conservative at -98.8% ($0.63). The spread between these extremes — +116.6% — reveals how different analytical frameworks can reach starkly different conclusions.

What Do the Models Say About PDFS?

11 of 13 models are currently active for PDFS. Of these, 1 model suggests upside while 10 models suggest overvaluation. The Bayesian DCF estimates PDFS's intrinsic value at $2.30, implying -95.6% downside from the current price. See which stocks rank higher →

How Does PDFS Rank in Services-Prepackaged Software?

Among 208 Services-Prepackaged Software stocks, PDFS ranks #26 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 9.3/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 9.3 places PDFS in the top tier.

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Within the Services-Prepackaged Software space, PDF Solutions, Inc. competes in an environment where rule of 40 score often separates market leaders from laggards. Understanding these industry-specific dynamics is essential context for interpreting our model outputs.

Is PDFS a Value Trap?

CirclFi's Value Trap algorithm assigns PDFS a score of 12/100 (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

11 of 13 models are active for PDF Solutions, Inc.. 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, which evaluates 32 signals including margin stability, revenue growth trajectory, leverage, and free cash flow generation, PDF Solutions, Inc. is rated at 9.3/10. This elite-tier score ranks among the highest-quality businesses in our coverage universe.

The gap between the most bullish and bearish model spans +116.6% — demonstrating why single-model analysis is dangerous. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →

Data Sources & Confidence

Every PDFS 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 PDFS's 11 active models, average confidence is 39%. 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 PDF Solutions, Inc.

What is PDF Solutions, Inc.'s intrinsic value in 2026?

Based on CirclFi's 13-model analysis, PDF Solutions, Inc. (PDFS) has multiple fair value estimates. The Bayesian DCF model runs 10,000 Monte Carlo simulations with jump-diffusion to estimate intrinsic value at $2.30. The Quality of Company score is 9.3/10 across 32 fundamental signals. All models use SEC EDGAR filings updated daily. See our methodology page for how each model works.

Is PDFS overvalued or undervalued right now?

At $52.79, 1 of 11 active models suggest PDFS may be undervalued, while 10 indicate potential overvaluation. The assessment depends on which methodology best fits PDF Solutions, Inc.'s business model in Services-Prepackaged Software.

What does a Quality of Company score of 9.3 mean for PDFS?

PDF Solutions, Inc.'s QOC of 9.3/10 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 PDFS?

CirclFi analyzes PDFS 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 11 of 13 are active for this stock. Read the full methodology →

Is PDFS a value trap in 2026?

PDF Solutions, Inc.'s Value Trap score is 12/100 (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 →

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