SandRidge Energy, Inc. (SD) Fair Value 2026

SD · Crude Petroleum & Natural Gas ·

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

Quality Score

8.6 /10

32 fundamental signals · 13 models active

Value Trap Risk

SAFE (13/100)

Quick Summary — As of 2026-07-13, SandRidge Energy, Inc. (SD) trades at $13.71, approximately 35% below CirclFi’s Bayesian DCF fair value of $21.17. QOC: 8.6/10. Value Trap Risk: 13/100 (SAFE). 13/13 models active.

Key Facts

Ticker
SD
Price
$13.71
Quality Score
8.6/10
Value Trap Risk
13/100
Models Active
13/13
Last Updated
Strength: Earnings Power Value suggests +70.5% upside with 38% confidence
Risk: Limited model coverage (13/13) may reduce confidence

Valuation Matrix

13 Intrinsic Value Models vs. Current Price ($13.71)

Core Models (Unlocked)
Model Fair Value Upside
Bayesian DCF
High Conviction
$21.17 +54.5%
Earnings Power Value
Medium Conviction
$23.37 +70.5%
CUCE Ensemble
Low Conviction
$17.99 +31.2%
First Chicago
High Conviction
$17.68 +29.0%

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What Is SandRidge Energy, Inc. (SD) Worth in 2026?

According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, SandRidge Energy, Inc.'s intrinsic value is estimated at a composite fair value of $18.56. While the stock appears modestly undervalued at $13.71 (implied upside of +35.4%), our analysis suggests a thinner margin of safety across 9 of 13 bullish models. Notably, ML-RIV sees the most upside at +204.4% (fair value: $41.72), while Sentiment SOTP is the most conservative at -32.7% ($9.23). The spread between these extremes — +237.1% — reveals how different analytical frameworks can reach starkly different conclusions.

What Do the Models Say About SD?

13 of 13 models are currently active for SD. Of these, 10 models suggest upside while 3 models suggest overvaluation. The Bayesian DCF estimates SD's intrinsic value at $21.17, implying +54.5% upside from the current price. See which stocks rank higher →

How Does SD Rank in Crude Petroleum & Natural Gas?

Among 80 Crude Petroleum & Natural Gas stocks, SD ranks #13 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 8.6/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 8.6 places SD in the top tier.

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Within the Crude Petroleum & Natural Gas space, SandRidge Energy, Inc. competes in an environment where finding and development costs (F&D) often separates market leaders from laggards. Understanding these industry-specific dynamics is essential context for interpreting our model outputs.

Is SD a Value Trap?

CirclFi's Value Trap algorithm assigns SD a score of 13/100 (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 SandRidge Energy, 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, SandRidge Energy, Inc. is rated at 8.6/10. This strong-tier score demonstrates strong fundamentals across the majority of our quality signals.

The gap between the most bullish and bearish model spans +237.1% — demonstrating why single-model analysis is dangerous. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →

Data Sources & Confidence

Every SD 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 SD's 13 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 SandRidge Energy, Inc.

What is SandRidge Energy, Inc.'s intrinsic value in 2026?

Based on CirclFi's 13-model analysis, SandRidge Energy, Inc. (SD) has multiple fair value estimates. The Bayesian DCF model runs 10,000 Monte Carlo simulations with jump-diffusion to estimate intrinsic value at $21.17. The Quality of Company score is 8.6/10 across 32 fundamental signals. All models use SEC EDGAR filings updated daily. See our methodology page for how each model works.

Is SD overvalued or undervalued right now?

At $13.71, 10 of 13 active models suggest SD may be undervalued, while 3 indicate potential overvaluation. The assessment depends on which methodology best fits SandRidge Energy, Inc.'s business model in Crude Petroleum & Natural Gas.

What does a Quality of Company score of 8.6 mean for SD?

SandRidge Energy, Inc.'s QOC of 8.6/10 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 SD?

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

Is SD a value trap in 2026?

SandRidge Energy, Inc.'s Value Trap score is 13/100 (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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