What Is CNP Fair Value?
CenterPoint Energy (CNP) fair value estimate using multiple valuation models, updated daily.
As of October 14, 2026, CenterPoint Energy (CNP) has a composite fair value estimate of $29.22 based on four valuation models: DCF (35% weight), Graham Number (25% weight), PEG (25% weight), and DDM (15% weight). The current market price is $39.36, suggesting the stock is overvalued by 25.8%.
Data as of October 14, 2026 (today)
Composite Fair Value
Overvalued4 of 4 models$29.22
vs. current price of $39.36(-25.8%)
How Is CNP Fair Value Calculated?
Four independent models estimate what CNP is worth. Each uses different inputs and assumptions. The composite blends them by weight.
CNP Intrinsic Value
Forward-looking models based on future cash flows
DCF (Discounted Cash Flow)
35% 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 →
$28.30
-28.1%Overvalued
Inputs used
DDM (Dividend Discount Model)
15% 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 →
$39.14
-0.6%Fair Value
Inputs used
CNP Fair Value
Current fundamentals: earnings, assets, and growth rate
Graham Number (Value Investing)
25% 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 →
$27.66
-29.7%Overvalued
Inputs used
PEG (Price/Earnings to Growth)
25% 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.
$19.11
-51.5%Overvalued
Inputs used
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Your DCF Fair Value
Current price $39.36 is 28.1% above this estimate
View 10-year cash flow projections
| Year | Projected FCF (Free Cash Flow) | Present Value |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $859.4M | $814.4M |
| Year 2 | $936.1M | $840.6M |
| Year 3 | $1.02B | $867.7M |
| Year 4 | $1.11B | $895.7M |
| Year 5 | $1.21B | $924.5M |
| Year 6 | $1.32B | $954.3M |
| Year 7 | $1.44B | $985.0M |
| Year 8 | $1.56B | $1.02B |
| Year 9 | $1.70B | $1.05B |
| Year 10 | $1.86B | $1.08B |
| Terminal Value | $62.83B | $36.69B |
What Are CNP's Key Financial Metrics?
Earnings & Growth
Current Price
$39.36
EPS (TTM)
$1.69
Forward P/E
18.8
Profit Margin
11.6%
Cash & Balance Sheet
Free Cash Flow
-5.2B
EBITDA
3.9B
Book Value
$17.79
Total Debt
24.6B
What Do Analysts Say About CNP?
Low
$38.00
Average
$44.18
High
$50.00
Upside
+12.2%
CNP Fair Value FAQ
What is the fair value of CNP?
Based on our composite model (DCF 35%, Graham 25%, PEG 25%, DDM 15%), CNP's estimated fair value is $29.22. The stock is currently trading at $39.36, which makes it overvalued by our analysis.
How is CNP'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 CNP overvalued or undervalued?
Based on our analysis, CNP is overvalued. The current price of $39.36 is 25.8% above our estimated fair value of $29.22.
What do Wall Street analysts say about CNP?
17 analysts cover CenterPoint Energy with a consensus rating of "Buy." The average price target is $44.18, ranging from $38.00 to $50.00. This implies 12.2% upside from the current price.