CMS (CMS Energy) GF Value Rank: 9 (As of Jul. 05, 2026) — 50% Above Median


CMS CMS Energy Corp CMS
73 GF Score
Price $77.73
GF Value $76.07
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 11 Warning Signs
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What is CMS Energy GF Value Rank?

CMS Energy CMS +2.38% 73 GF Value Rank is 9 as of Jul. 05, 2026, which is 50% above its 10-year median of 6.00. GuruFocus rates CMS with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of $76.07 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review.

CMS Energy has the GF Value Rank of 9.

GF Value Rank evaluates the exclusive GuruFocus valuation and performance of a stock, rated on a scale from 1 to 10. It is determined by the price-to-GF-Value (P/GF Value) ratio, a proprietary metric calculated based on historical multiples along with an adjustment factor based on a company's past returns and growth and future estimates of the business' performance.

GuruFocus found that for valuation, we cannot simply give stocks a better GF Value rank simply because they have a lower P/GF Value ratio. Backtesting shows that over the long term, the two worst-performing groups are the most expensive group (with the highest P/GF Value ratio) and the least expensive group (with the lowest P/GF Value ratio).

We can understand why the most expensive group underperforms. We were initially puzzled by the underperformance of the least expensive group, but we realized there is a reason why some stocks are super cheap. If they look too undervalued, it is often because the businesses behind them are poor quality. The market realized this and gave them low valuations. In a way, the market is efficient.

After multiple backtesting analyses, we granted the stocks in third-cheapest percentile the highest GF Value rank, as they have performed the best over a full market cycle. Stock performance is actually not as sensitive to valuation as it is to growth and profitability. On average, the companies in the 20%-50% valuation groups have similar performances. Therefore, we should avoid the most expensive and the least expensive stocks. We can be more tolerant of valuation.

A higher score indicates a stock with a relatively low valuation and substantial potential for outperformance. Conversely, a lower score often reflects stocks that are either highly overvalued or deeply undervalued, both of which tend to underperform.

Please click GF Score to see more details on the GF Score's 5 Key Aspects of Analysis.

CMS vs ES, PPL, FE: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Utilities - Regulated Electric subindustry, CMS Energy's GF Value Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and GF Value Rank data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

CMS Energy GF Value Rank vs Utilities - Regulated Industry

For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, CMS Energy's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where CMS Energy's GF Value Rank falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about GF Value Rank →
What does a GF Value Rank of 9 mean?
CMS Energy (CMS) has a GF Value Rank of 9 as of Jul. 05, 2026. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on CMS Energy and its competitors. This is 50% above median its historical median of 6.00. Over the past decade, CMS Energy's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is CMS Energy's GF Value Rank too high?
CMS Energy's current GF Value Rank of 9 is 50% above median its 10-year median of 6.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, CMS Energy has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CMS Energy's GF Value Rank compare to ES and PPL?
CMS Energy's GF Value Rank of 9 can be compared against companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry. Historically, CMS Energy's own GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good GF Value Rank for an Utilities - Regulated company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Utilities - Regulated industry context. However, GF Value Rank should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high GF Value Rank mean?
A high GF Value Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on CMS Energy and its competitors. CMS Energy's current GF Value Rank is 9, which is 50% above median its own 10-year median of 6.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is CMS Energy stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CMS Energy (CMS) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $76.07, compared to a current price of $77.73 — trading 2.2% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 9, which is 50% above median its 10-year median of 6.00. CMS Energy's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 11 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is GF Value Rank calculated?
GF Value Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For CMS Energy (CMS), the current GF Value Rank is 9 as of Jul. 05, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is CMS Energy (CMS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CMS Energy stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $77.73 is trading 2.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $76.07. GuruFocus considers CMS Energy to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for CMS:

  • GF Value Rank: 9 (50% above median its 10-year median of 6.00)
  • GF Value™: $76.07 vs. price of $77.73 (2.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 11 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the CMS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

CMS Energy Business Description

Address One Energy Plaza, Jackson, MI, USA, 49201
CMS Energy is an energy holding company with three principal businesses. Its regulated utility, Consumers Energy, provides regulated natural gas service to 1.8 million customers and electric service to 1.9 million customers in Michigan. NorthStar Clean Energy, formerly CMS Enterprises, is engaged in wholesale power generation, including contracted renewable energy. CMS sold EnerBank in October 2021.
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