C3 Ai Inc belongs to the Information Technology sector. The company maintains approximately USD164.36 million in cash. Leverage is relatively conservative with debt-to-assets near 0.26%. The balance sheet carries approximately USD1.03 billion in total assets.
C3 Ai shares are quoted at $8.64, delivering a 1.17% increase on the day with an intraday range between $8.49 and $8.76 after opening at $8.54. Based on structural risk metrics, C3 Ai reflects a 46% probability of financial distress over the next few years. On a risk-adjusted basis, C3 Ai has delivered negative risk-adjusted returns over the last 90 trading days, consistent with weak return metrics. On May 24, 2021, U.S. Representative Fred Upton entered a position in C3 Ai Inc, committing between $15,000 and $50,000.
C3 Ai Inc (AI) is listed on New York Stock Exchange in USA. C3 Ai operates within the Systems Software industry. The company is active in the Software sector. C3 Ai Inc is categorized as mid-cap based on a market capitalization of 1.36 B relative to systems software companies. Associated fundamentals relevant to market cap include a workforce of about 1,181 people, about 141.79 M shares outstanding, and enterprise value near 747.73 M. The company has 42.24 M shares sold short (7.48 days to cover). The gap between operating margin (-2.64%) and net margin (-141.35%) suggests significant non-operating costs such as interest or taxes. C3 Ai operates as a asset-light software and platform business where revenue is driven by recurring subscription revenue, customer retention, and platform scale. The company has a beta of 2.242. C3 Ai tends to amplify market moves - gaining more in rallies but giving back more during declines. C3 Ai financial stability analysisOwnership Allocation Over half of C3 Ai's outstanding shares are owned by institutional investors. Institutional investors such as mutual funds, pension funds, and asset managers typically build positions in companies like C3 Ai as part of their portfolio management activity, investing on behalf of clients or beneficiaries.
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Headline Sentiment vs Price - C3 Ai Inc
Average sentiment trends provide additional analytical context alongside traditional valuation metrics. Based on 1 tracked headlines and social signals, market sentiment toward C3 Ai Inc is currently characterized as strongly positive as of 2026-04-22.
Open Interest Against 2026-05-01 C3 Ai Option Contracts
This short options snapshot for C3 Ai Inc focuses on May 1, 2026. Available listings include 28 calls and 25 puts, for 53 total contracts. Current chain readings show implied volatility near 2.05, put/call open-interest ratio around 0.11, and max pain near strike 8.5. Open interest and volume details are available in the full chain. View more details.
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C3 Ai Inc posted an ESG Environmental Score of 84.81, an ESG Governance Score of 54.42, and an ESG Social Score of 36.48 for the reported period. C3 Ai holds a balanced ESG profile relative to the sector. Environmental accountability and governance transparency contribute to structural risk evaluation.
Average Analyst RecommendationThe current consensus for C3 Ai stands at 2.43 (Hold), based on 14 analyst inputs. The consensus rating is largely consistent with the prior period. Analyst updates continue to shape this direction. Recommendations are distributed across buy, hold, and sell categories. This mix helps frame sentiment.
C3 Ai Inc posted a Gross Profit Margin of 75.0%, an Operating Margin of -263.6%, and a Return On Equity of -38.0% for the reported period. Evaluating liquidity trends and earnings sustainability, C3 Ai appears to maintain pressured financial positioning. The earnings picture reflects near-term margin compression relative to deployed assets.
Debt LevelsC3 Ai Inc posted $0.56 in Net Debt To EBITDA, -$150.8 million in Net Debt, and $4.1 million in Short Long Term Debt Total for the reported period. -$25.2 million in Change To Liabilities and $2.9 billion in Current Liabilities round out the capital structure view for C3 Ai Inc.
Current Assets
C3 Ai Inc posted $959.7 million in Total Assets, a Return On Tangible Assets of -34.0%, and a Debt To Assets of 0.3% for the reported period. $578.3 million in Net Tangible Assets round out the key financial metrics view for C3 Ai Inc.
Earnings per Share Projection vs Actual
Analyst consensus on C3 Ai's EPS captures the range of professional forecasts and their trajectory over time. An operating margin of -101.0% frames the cost structure behind C3 Ai's reported EPS.
Analyst EPS estimates for C3 Ai's are forward-looking and can change as coverage updates; actual results may differ materially. EPS TTM reflects trailing reported results and does not imply future performance.
Top Institutional Holders
Institutional Holdings in C3 Ai refers to the portion of shares owned by major financial entities. These holders often acquire large positions in C3 Ai and influence management through their ownership. The quarterly filing data reveals which institutions are building or reducing positions in C3 Ai. The institutional holder mix for C3 Ai reveals the investment strategies driving ownership.
Interest Expense stood at 25.68 Million as of December 31, 2025. As of yesterday, Cost Of Revenue is reported near approximately 185 M, while Tax Provision is at under 720 K per recent reporting. View More Fundamentals
C3 Ai operates as an enterprise artificial intelligence software company in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Asia Pacific, and internationally. C3 Ai was incorporated in 2009 and is headquartered in Redwood City, California. C3 Ai employs 1,181 people. Headquarters are in 1400 Seaport Boulevard, Redwood City, CA, United States, 94063. Current valuation profile shows market cap 1.36 B, P/E 8.77, P/B 1.9. C3 Ai operates in Systems Software, Software - Infrastructure, Information Technology. Financial reporting is combined with risk and trading context. Historical performance suggests relatively contained downside variability.
Methodology
Unless otherwise specified, financial data for C3 Ai Inc is derived from periodic company reporting (annual and quarterly where available). Asset-level metrics are computed daily by Macroaxis LLC and refreshed regularly based on asset type. C3 Ai (USA Stocks:AI) prices are typically delayed by approximately 20 minutes from primary exchanges for listed equities. Data may be delayed depending on reporting sources and market conventions. All analytics presented are generated using Macroaxis quantitative models that incorporate financial statement analysis, market data, and risk metrics to ensure consistency and comparability. Assumptions: We use public filings and market reference sources with disclosures published by U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) via EDGAR as reference inputs. Data may be normalized and can be delayed. All analytics are generated using standardized, rules-based models designed to promote consistency and comparability across instruments. Model assumptions, reference parameters, and selected computational inputs are available in the Model Inputs section. If you have questions about our data sources or methodology, please contact Macroaxis Support.
Analyst Sources
C3 Ai Inc has active sell-side coverage. Source-validated coverage currently shows 14 approved analysts, while broader market-consensus totals may differ across providers due to methodology and update timing. 7 analysts have submitted revenue and/or earnings estimates that may be incorporated into Macroaxis consensus inputs where available. Representative analyst firms may include Bernstein Research, Deutsche Bank, Morgan Stanley, BMO Capital Markets, Guggenheim Securities, Jefferies, Goldman Sachs, Evercore ISI, among others. Updates may occur throughout the day.
Editorial review and methodology oversight provided by: Ellen Johnson, Member of Macroaxis Editorial Board
This summary introduces the core risk-adjusted return concepts relevant to evaluating the position. It is intended to provide a practical introduction to market risk rather than a buy or sell call. The danger of trading C3 Ai Inc is mainly related to its market volatility and Company specific events. As an investor, you must understand the concept of risk-adjusted return before you start trading. The most common way to measure the risk of C3 Ai is by using the Sharpe ratio. The ratio expresses how much excess return you acquire for the extra volatility you endure for holding a riskier asset than C3 Ai. The Sharpe ratio is calculated by using standard deviation and excess return to determine reward per unit of risk. To understand how volatile C3 Ai Inc is, you must compare it to a benchmark. Traditionally, the risk-free rate of return is the rate of return on the shortest-dated U.S. Treasury, such as a 3-month bill.