Centene Corporation (CNC)
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- symbol CNC
- Rev/Share 378.4188
- Book/Share 42.8696
- PB 0.9967
- Debt/Equity 0.8394
- CurrentRatio 1.0845
- ROIC -0.1374
- MktCap 20894430180.0
- FreeCF/Share 6.8331
- PFCF 6.226
- PE -3.9468
- Debt/Assets 0.2142
- DivYield 0
- ROE -0.2061
- Rating C+
- Score 2
- Recommendation Sell
- P/E Score 1
- DCF Score 5
- P/B Score 4
- D/E Score 1
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upgrade | CNC | Barclays | Equal Weight | Overweight | -- | $54 | Jan. 5, 2026 |
| Initiation | CNC | Goldman | -- | Sell | -- | $33 | Oct. 14, 2025 |
| Downgrade | CNC | Cantor Fitzgerald | Overweight | Neutral | -- | $38 | July 28, 2025 |
| Downgrade | CNC | Wells Fargo | Overweight | Equal Weight | -- | $30 | July 23, 2025 |
| Downgrade | CNC | TD Cowen | Buy | Hold | -- | $33 | July 21, 2025 |
| Downgrade | CNC | BofA Securities | Neutral | Underperform | -- | $30 | July 16, 2025 |
| Downgrade | CNC | Morgan Stanley | Overweight | Equal Weight | -- | $33 | July 10, 2025 |
| Downgrade | CNC | UBS | Buy | Neutral | -- | $45 | July 2, 2025 |
| Downgrade | CNC | JP Morgan | Overweight | Neutral | -- | $48 | July 2, 2025 |
| Resumed | CNC | Morgan Stanley | -- | Overweight | -- | $70 | June 9, 2025 |
News
SHAREHOLDER ACTION REMINDER: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of Centene
Published: August 08, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In Centene To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options If you purchased or acquired securities in Centene between December 12, 2024 and June 30, 2025 and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310). [You may also click here for additional information] NEW YORK , Aug. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Centene Corporation ("Centene" or the "Company") …
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Centene Corporation (CNC) Shares Fall ~10% Pre-Market After Reporting Q2 2025 Diluted Loss Per Share, Class Action Lawsuit Over “Inflated Guidance” Pending – Hagens Berman
Published: August 08, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Before the markets opened on July 25, 2025, investors in Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) saw the price of their shares decline about 10% in pre-market trading after the company reported disastrous Q2 2025 financial results. The company, a prominent provider of government-sponsored and commercial healthcare services, finds itself embroiled in a class action lawsuit following a dramatic plunge in its stock price.
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One Big Beautiful Bill Act: A Boon or Bane for Centene?
Published: August 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
CNC faces both risk and reward from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act as Medicaid cuts collide with digital reform gains.
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Deadline Alert: Centene Corporation (CNC) Investors Who Lost Money Urged To Contact Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP About Securities Fraud Lawsuit
Published: August 07, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP reminds investors of the upcoming September 8, 2025 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the class action filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Centene Corporation (“Centene” or the “Company”) (NYSE: CNC) securities between December 12, 2024 to June 30, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”).
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Centene Corporation (CNC) Investors Who Lost Money Have Opportunity to Lead Securities Fraud Lawsuit
Published: August 06, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
BENSALEM, Pa. , Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Law Offices of Howard G.
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INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Centene Corporation of Class Action Lawsuit and Upcoming Deadlines - CNC
Published: August 06, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
NEW YORK , Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Centene Corporation ("Centene" or the "Company")(NYSE: CNC). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext.
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Centene Loses 57% YTD, Incurs Loss in Q2: How to Play the Stock
Published: August 05, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
CNC plunges 57% YTD after its first quarterly loss in over a decade, with analysts slashing 2025 earnings outlook by 70%.
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CNC CLASS ACTION FILED: Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP Reminds Investors - a Securities Fraud Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against Centene Corporation (CNC)
Published: August 05, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
RADNOR, Pa. , Aug. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The law firm of Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP (www.ktmc.com) informs investors that a securities class action lawsuit has been filed against Centene Corporation ("Centene") (NYSE: CNC) on behalf of those who purchased or otherwise acquired Centene securities between December 12, 2024, and June 30, 2025, inclusive (the "Class Period").
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DEADLINE ALERT: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of Centene
Published: August 05, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses Exceeding $75,000 In Centene To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options
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INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Centene Corporation of Class Action Lawsuit and Upcoming Deadlines - CNC
Published: August 05, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
NEW YORK, Aug. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Centene Corporation (“Centene” or the “Company”) (NYSE: CNC). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext.
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Centene Corporation (CNC) Shares Fall ~10% Pre-Market After Reporting Q2 2025 Diluted Loss Per Share, Class Action Lawsuit Over “Inflated Guidance” Pending – Hagens Berman
Published: August 04, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
SAN FRANCISCO , Aug. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Before the markets opened on July 25, 2025, investors in Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) saw the price of their shares decline about 10% in pre-market trading after the company reported disastrous Q2 2025 financial results. The company, a prominent provider of government-sponsored and commercial healthcare services, finds itself embroiled in a class action lawsuit following a dramatic plunge in its stock price.
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Centene Corporation (CNC) Investors Who Lost Money Have Opportunity to Lead Securities Fraud Lawsuit
Published: August 04, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
LOS ANGELES , Aug. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz announces that investors with losses related to Centene Corporation ("Centene" or the "Company") (NYSE: CNC) have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit.
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CNC Investors Have Opportunity to Lead Centene Corporation Securities Fraud Lawsuit
Published: August 01, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
NEW YORK , Aug. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Why: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) between December 12, 2024 and June 30, 2025, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important September 8, 2025 lead plaintiff deadline. So what: If you purchased Centene common stock during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
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Centene Corporation (CNC) Faces Shareholder Ire Amidst Plummeting Stock and Lawsuit Over “Inflated Guidance” – Hagens Berman
Published: August 01, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Before the markets opened on July 25, 2025, investors in Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) saw the price of their shares decline about 10% in pre-market trading after the company reported disastrous Q2 2025 financial results.
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Meridian and the Centene Foundation Announce $1 Million Grant to the Food Bank Council of Michigan
Published: July 31, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
The partnership aims to expand access to fresh food and enhance health outcomes in rural southwest Michigan food deserts DETROIT , July 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Meridian Health Plan of Michigan, Inc. ("Meridian"), a leading managed care organization in Michigan, and the Centene Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), announced today a $1 million grant to the Food Bank Council of Michigan (FBCM), a cooperative network of the state's regional food banks dedicated to alleviating hunger and food insecurity. The grant will support efforts in Prosperity Region 8, which includes Berrien, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Kalamazoo, St. Joseph …
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Deadline Alert: Centene Corporation (CNC) Investors Who Lost Money Urged To Contact Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP About Securities Fraud Lawsuit
Published: July 31, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
LOS ANGELES, July 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP reminds investors of the upcoming September 8, 2025 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the class action filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Centene Corporation (“Centene” or the “Company”) (NYSE: CNC) securities between December 12, 2024 to June 30, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”).
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INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Centene Corporation of Class Action Lawsuit and Upcoming Deadlines - CNC
Published: July 31, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
NEW YORK , July 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Centene Corporation ("Centene" or the "Company")(NYSE: CNC). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext.
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Centene Corporation (CNC) Faces Shareholder Ire Amidst Plummeting Stock and Lawsuit Over “Inflated Guidance” – Hagens Berman
Published: July 30, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
SAN FRANCISCO, July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Before the markets opened on July 25, 2025, investors in Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) saw the price of their shares decline about 10% in pre-market trading after the company reported disastrous Q2 2025 financial results.
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Peach State Health Plan Builds Upon Community Partnership with Barrow County Schools to Support Student Health and Readiness
Published: July 30, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
ATLANTA , July 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Peach State Health Plan ("PSHP"), a leading managed care organization in Georgia and a company of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) ("Centene"), continues to deepen its collaboration with the Barrow County School System through community-focused initiatives that prioritize student wellness, academic readiness, and family support. Following the success of the Barrow Together CommUNITY Fest in May 2025, PSHP partnered once again with Barrow County Schools to support the annual Back-to-BOLD back-to-school event held on July 25, 2025.
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CNC Investor Alert: Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP Urges CNC Investors with Losses to Contact the Firm
Published: July 30, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
RADNOR, Pa., July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The law firm of Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP (www.ktmc.com) informs investors that a securities class action lawsuit has been filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York against Centene Corporation (“Centene”) (NYSE: CNC) on behalf of those who purchased or otherwise acquired Centene securities between December 12, 2024, and June 30, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”). The lead plaintiff deadline is September 8, 2025.
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CNC INVESTORS: Centene Corporation (NYSE:CNC) Investors may have been Affected by Fraud – Contact BFA Law by September 8 about Potentially Recovering Losses
Published: July 30, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
NEW YORK, July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a lawsuit has been filed against Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) and certain of the Company's senior executives for potential violations of the federal securities laws. If you invested in Centene, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases-investigations/centene-corporation-class-action-lawsuit.
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Centene Corporation (CNC) Investors Who Lost Money Have Opportunity to Lead Securities Fraud Lawsuit
Published: July 29, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
LOS ANGELES , July 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP announces that investors with losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Centene Corporation ("Centene" or the "Company") (NYSE: CNC). IF YOU SUFFERED A LOSS ON YOUR CENTENE INVESTMENTS, CLICK HERE BEFORE SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 (LEAD PLAINTIFF DEADLINE) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SECURITIES FRAUD LAWSUIT What Is The Lawsuit About?
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INVESTOR DEADLINE APPROACHING: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of Centene
Published: July 29, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses Exceeding $75,000 In Centene To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options If you suffered losses exceeding $75,000 in Centene between December 12, 2024 and June 30, 2025 and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310). [You may also click here for additional information] NEW YORK , July 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Centene Corporation ("Centene" or …
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Superior HealthPlan and Centene Foundation Announce Grand Opening of CHDI Multi-Purpose Community Health Center in Uvalde
Published: July 28, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
The $16 million center is managed by Community Health Development, Inc., and offers healthcare services, community support, and other resources UVALDE, Texas , July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Superior HealthPlan and the Centene Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Centene (NYSE: CNC), today joined Community Health Development, Inc. (CHDI) to open a new $16 million multi-purpose community health center in Uvalde. The 16,000-square-foot space provides healthcare services, community support and outreach, education and workforce development, and a meeting space for the Uvalde community and the surrounding region.
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Centene's Bottom May Already Be Here - Risk Mitigation In Process
Published: July 28, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
CNC has offered FY2025 adj EPS range at between $1.25 (-82.5% YoY) and $1.75 (-75.5% YoY), as medical costs rise drastically and higher morbidity sign-ups replace a healthier base. These have directly triggered the drastically lower consensus forward estimates, with the healthcare providers expected to report impacted, new normal profit margins. Despite so, readers must note that CNC is already engaging on risk mitigation while driving improved profitability through rate adjustments from 2026 onwards.
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INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Centene Corporation of Class Action Lawsuit and Upcoming Deadlines - CNC
Published: July 28, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
NEW YORK, July 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Centene Corporation (“Centene” or the “Company”)(NYSE: CNC). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext. 7980. Those who inquire by e-mail are encouraged to include their mailing address, telephone number, and the number of shares purchased.
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CNC Investors Have Opportunity to Lead Centene Corporation Securities Fraud Lawsuit with the Schall Law Firm
Published: July 28, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
LOS ANGELES , July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Schall Law Firm , a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Centene Corporation ("Centene" or "the Company") (NYSE: CNC) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Investors who purchased the Company's securities between December 12, 2024 and June 30, 2025, inclusive (the "Class Period"), are encouraged to contact the firm before September 8, 2025.
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Centene's Worst Quarter In Years Could Be A Gift
Published: July 28, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Centene's Q2 results were ugly but better than feared, with losses largely expected and a visible path to recovery emerging. Management is aggressively addressing ACA and Medicaid margin pressures, with rate adjustments and reratings expected to restore profitability by 2026. Valuation remains highly attractive, trading at under 7x PE, offering potential for the stock to double as earnings rebound and multiples normalize.
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Time To Buy Centene Stock?
Published: July 28, 2025 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Negative
Centene (NYSE:CNC) recently reported a surprise loss of $0.16 per share for Q2, significantly missing analyst expectations of $0.23 per share. This downturn is primarily attributed to a continued increase in medical costs for government-backed insurance plans, evidenced by a 540 basis point year-over-year surge in its health benefit ratio to 93% in Q2.
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Centene raises Wall Street optimism that Medicaid insurers can improve profits
Published: July 25, 2025 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Positive
Wall Street regained confidence in Medicaid insurers after Centene said on Friday it expects to be able to raise rates charged to states for 2026 health plans for low-income Americans and strengthen profit margins.
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About Centene Corporation (CNC)
- IPO Date 2001-12-13
- Website https://www.centene.com
- Industry Medical - Healthcare Plans
- CEO Sarah London
- Employees 60400