Centene Corp (CNC)

NYSE
Currency in USD
55.15
+0.24(+0.44%)
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55.19+0.04(+0.07%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
54.1655.30
52 wk Range
53.9980.59
Key Statistics
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Prev. Close
54.91
Open
54.79
Day's Range
54.16-55.3
52 wk Range
53.99-80.59
Volume
4.56M
Average Volume (3m)
4.78M
1-Year Change
-19.49%
Book Value / Share
56.28
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76.50
Upside
+38.71%
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High shareholder yield

Centene Corp News & Analysis

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Centene Corp Company Profile

Centene Corporation operates as a healthcare enterprise that provides programs and services to under-insured and uninsured families, and commercial organizations in the United States. The company operates through four segments: Medicaid, Medicare, Commercial, and Other. The Medicaid segment offers the temporary assistance for needy families; medicaid expansion; aged, blind, or disabled; and children's health insurance programs, as well as long-term services and supports; foster care; and medicare-medicaid plans. This segment also provides healthcare products and services. The Medicare segment offers special needs and medicare supplement, and prescription drug plans. The Commercial segment provides health insurance marketplace product for individual, small, and large group commercials. The Other segment operates clinical healthcare and pharmacies, as well as offers vision and dental, behavioral health, federal, and corporate management services. It provides services through primary and specialty care physicians, hospitals, behavioral health practitioners, and ancillary providers. The company was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Saint Louis, Missouri.

Centene Corp SWOT Analysis


Centene's Market Stance
Explore Centene's position in government-sponsored healthcare, its $28B market cap, and how it's navigating industry challenges despite a 24% stock decline
Financial Projections
Analysts forecast EPS of $7+ for FY2025, with potential to reach $10 by 2027. Price targets range from $84 to $97, suggesting undervaluation
Regulatory Landscape
Delve into how Medicaid expansion, ACA subsidies, and Medicare changes shape Centene's operating environment and growth strategies
Growth Opportunities
Learn about Centene's focus on margin improvement, Medicare Advantage expansion, and leveraging its strong position in the dual-eligible market
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Centene Corp Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2025

  • Centene's Q1 2025 EPS of $2.90 beat forecast by 21.8%, revenue hit $48.62B, but stock fell 7.47% pre-market
  • Full-year 2025 EPS outlook revised to >$7.25, premium and service revenue guidance increased to $165B from $159B
  • Company focuses on breakeven for Medicare Advantage by 2027, enhancing STAR ratings, and managing medical costs
  • CEO highlights adept navigation of policy landscape; CFO notes progress in aligning rates and acuity
  • Challenges include potential Marketplace regulation changes, rising specialty drug costs, and Medicaid rate adequacy discussions
Last Updated: 2025-04-25, 09:36 a/m
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P/E Ratio
7.9x12.8x−0.4x
PEG Ratio
0.24−0.100.00
Price/Book
1.0x2.3x2.6x
Price / LTM Sales
0.2x0.9x3.0x
Upside (Analyst Target)
33.6%31.9%52.3%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

10 Buy
10 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
20 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 76.50
(+38.71% Upside)

Earnings

Latest Release
Apr 25, 2025
EPS / Forecast
2.90 / 2.38
Revenue / Forecast
48.62B / 42.79B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

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FAQ

What Is the Centene (CNC) Stock Price Today?

The Centene stock price today is 55.15

What Stock Exchange Does Centene Trade On?

Centene is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange stock exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Centene?

The stock symbol for Centene is "CNC."

What Is the Centene Market Cap?

As of today, Centene market cap is 27.36B.

What Is Centene's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Centene EPS (TTM) is 6.74.

When Is the Next Centene Earnings Date?

Centene will release its next earnings report on Jul 29, 2025.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is CNC a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Centene Stock Split?

Centene has split 4 times.

How Many Employees Does Centene Have?

Centene has 60500 employees.

What is the current trading status of Centene (CNC)?

As of Jun 19, 2025, Centene (CNC) is trading at a price of 55.15, with a previous close of 54.91. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 54.16 to 55.30, while its 52-week range spans from 53.99 to 80.59.
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