Trinity Industries, Inc. (TRN) Fair Value 2026

TRN · Railroad Equipment ·

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

Quality Score

4.7 /10

32 fundamental signals · 13 models active

Value Trap Risk

SAFE (12/100)

Quick Summary — As of 2026-07-13, Trinity Industries, Inc. (TRN) trades at $36.52, approximately 529% above CirclFi’s Bayesian DCF fair value of $5.81. QOC: 4.7/10. Value Trap Risk: 12/100 (SAFE). 13/13 models active.

Key Facts

Ticker
TRN
Price
$36.52
Quality Score
4.7/10
Value Trap Risk
12/100
Models Active
13/13
Last Updated
Strength: 13 independent models provide multi-angle coverage
Risk: Below-average Quality Score of 4.7/10 signals weak fundamentals

Valuation Matrix

13 Intrinsic Value Models vs. Current Price ($36.52)

Core Models (Unlocked)
Model Fair Value Upside
Bayesian DCF
Medium Conviction
$5.81 -84.1%
Earnings Power Value
Medium Conviction
$9.32 -74.5%
CUCE Ensemble
Low Conviction
$28.77 -21.2%
First Chicago
Medium Conviction
$4.01 -89.0%

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What Is Trinity Industries, Inc. (TRN) Worth in 2026?

According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, Trinity Industries, Inc.'s intrinsic value is estimated at a composite fair value of $25.84. Trading at $36.52, the stock is approaching fair value or slight overvaluation (implied return of -29.3%), as 9 of 13 models suggest limited further upside. Notably, Dynamic NAV sees the most upside at +58.5% (fair value: $57.90), while First Chicago is the most conservative at -89.0% ($4.01). The spread between these extremes — +147.6% — reveals how different analytical frameworks can reach starkly different conclusions.

What Do the Models Say About TRN?

13 of 13 models are currently active for TRN. Of these, 4 models suggest upside while 9 models suggest overvaluation. The Bayesian DCF estimates TRN's intrinsic value at $5.81, implying -84.1% downside from the current price. See which stocks rank higher →

How Does TRN Rank in Railroad Equipment?

Among 5 Railroad Equipment stocks, TRN ranks #4 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 4.7/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 4.7 reflects mixed fundamentals.

The Railroad Equipment sector introduces analytical considerations specific to vehicle manufacturer businesses. For Trinity Industries, Inc., metrics like EBIT per unit provide important context that general-purpose valuation models may underweight.

Is TRN a Value Trap?

CirclFi's Value Trap algorithm assigns TRN 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

13 of 13 models are active for Trinity Industries, 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, Trinity Industries, Inc. earns a quality score of 4.7/10. This mixed rating reflects the company's standing across 32 fundamental signals spanning profitability, growth consistency, balance sheet strength, and capital allocation efficiency.

The gap between the most bullish and bearish model spans +147.6% — demonstrating why single-model analysis is dangerous. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →

Data Sources & Confidence

Every TRN 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 TRN's 13 active models, average confidence is 38%. 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 Trinity Industries, Inc.

What is Trinity Industries, Inc.'s intrinsic value in 2026?

Based on CirclFi's 13-model analysis, Trinity Industries, Inc. (TRN) has multiple fair value estimates. The Bayesian DCF model runs 10,000 Monte Carlo simulations with jump-diffusion to estimate intrinsic value at $5.81. The Quality of Company score is 4.7/10 across 32 fundamental signals. All models use SEC EDGAR filings updated daily. See our methodology page for how each model works.

Is TRN overvalued or undervalued right now?

At $36.52, 4 of 13 active models suggest TRN may be undervalued, while 9 indicate potential overvaluation. The assessment depends on which methodology best fits Trinity Industries, Inc.'s business model in Railroad Equipment.

What does a Quality of Company score of 4.7 mean for TRN?

Trinity Industries, Inc.'s QOC of 4.7/10 reflects 32 fundamental signals: profitability margins, revenue growth consistency, balance sheet leverage, free cash flow generation, and capital allocation efficiency. Scores below 5 flag potential fundamental weaknesses requiring careful analysis.

How many valuation models does CirclFi run on TRN?

CirclFi analyzes TRN 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 TRN a value trap in 2026?

Trinity Industries, 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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