What Is CNC Fair Value?
Centene Corporation (CNC) fair value estimate using multiple valuation models, updated daily.
As of October 14, 2026, Centene Corporation (CNC) has a composite fair value estimate of $276.03 based on four valuation models: DCF (41% weight), Graham Number (29% weight), PEG (29% weight), and DDM (0% weight). The current market price is $70.16, suggesting the stock is undervalued by 293.4%.
Data as of October 14, 2026 (today)
Composite Fair Value
Undervalued3 of 4 models$276.03
vs. current price of $70.16(+293.4%)
How Is CNC Fair Value Calculated?
Four independent models estimate what CNC is worth. Each uses different inputs and assumptions. The composite blends them by weight.
CNC Intrinsic Value
Forward-looking models based on future cash flows
DCF (Discounted Cash Flow)
41% weightEstimates how much cash the company will generate over the next 10 years, then calculates what all that future cash is worth in today's dollars. Includes a 15% safety cushion. Try the standalone DCF calculator →
$497.13
+608.6%Undervalued
Inputs used
DDM (Dividend Discount Model)
0% weightIf a company pays you dividends, this model asks: how much are all those future dividend payments worth today? Only works for stocks that pay dividends. Try the intrinsic value calculator →
N/A
This stock does not pay a dividend, so the DDM cannot be applied. The composite adjusts by redistributing this weight to the other models.
CNC Fair Value
Current fundamentals: earnings, assets, and growth rate
Graham Number (Value Investing)
29% weightCreated by legendary investor Benjamin Graham. It looks at two things: how much the company earns (EPS) and what its assets are worth (Book Value), then calculates the maximum price a careful investor should pay. Try the fair value calculator →
$70.85
+1.0%Fair Value
Inputs used
PEG (Price/Earnings to Growth)
29% weightChecks if you're paying a fair price for the company's growth. A fast-growing company deserves a higher price than a slow one. This model finds the right price based on how fast earnings are growing.
$48.85
-30.4%Overvalued
Inputs used
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Your DCF Fair Value
Current price $70.16 is 608.6% below this estimate
View 10-year cash flow projections
| Year | Projected FCF (Free Cash Flow) | Present Value |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $10.55B | $9.72B |
| Year 2 | $11.55B | $9.80B |
| Year 3 | $12.65B | $9.88B |
| Year 4 | $13.85B | $9.97B |
| Year 5 | $15.16B | $10.05B |
| Year 6 | $16.60B | $10.14B |
| Year 7 | $18.17B | $10.22B |
| Year 8 | $19.89B | $10.31B |
| Year 9 | $21.78B | $10.39B |
| Year 10 | $23.85B | $10.48B |
| Terminal Value | $402.75B | $177.00B |
What Are CNC's Key Financial Metrics?
Earnings & Growth
Current Price
$70.16
EPS (TTM)
-$10.44
Forward P/E
13.1
Profit Margin
-2.8%
Cash & Balance Sheet
Free Cash Flow
9.6B
EBITDA
4.6B
Book Value
$45.67
Total Debt
16.1B
What Do Analysts Say About CNC?
Low
$56.00
Average
$71.78
High
$85.00
Upside
+2.3%
CNC Fair Value FAQ
What is the fair value of CNC?
Based on our composite model (DCF 35%, Graham 25%, PEG 25%, DDM 15%), CNC's estimated fair value is $276.03. The stock is currently trading at $70.16, which makes it undervalued by our analysis.
How is CNC's fair value calculated?
We use four valuation methods: Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), Graham Number, PEG-based Fair Value, and Dividend Discount Model (for dividend-paying stocks). The composite score weights DCF at 35%, Graham and PEG at 25% each, and DDM at 15%. When a model can't be applied, its weight is redistributed proportionally.
Is CNC overvalued or undervalued?
Based on our analysis, CNC is undervalued. The current price of $70.16 is 293.4% below our estimated fair value of $276.03.
What do Wall Street analysts say about CNC?
18 analysts cover Centene Corporation with a consensus rating of "Buy." The average price target is $71.78, ranging from $56.00 to $85.00. This implies 2.3% upside from the current price.