Centene Corporation (CNC)

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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol CNC
  • Rev/Share 378.4188
  • Book/Share 42.8696
  • PB 1.1069
  • Debt/Equity 0.8394
  • CurrentRatio 1.0845
  • ROIC -0.1505

 

  • MktCap 23204525785.0
  • FreeCF/Share 6.8331
  • PFCF 6.9143
  • PE -4.3831
  • 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

Centene stock plunges after surprise loss and soaring medical costs
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Published: July 25, 2025 by: Invezz
Sentiment: Negative

Shares of Centene Corp. dropped sharply on Friday morning after the health insurer reported a surprise quarterly loss, driven by rising medical costs and a significantly higher-than-expected health benefits ratio. The results underscored the mounting challenges facing the health insurance industry, which has been grappling with elevated care utilization and regulatory uncertainty.

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Deadline Alert: Centene Corporation (CNC) Investors Who Lost Money Urged To Contact Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP About Securities Fraud Lawsuit
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Published: July 24, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

LOS ANGELES, July 24, 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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Will Escalating Medical Costs Dampen Centene's Q2 Earnings?
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Published: July 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

CNC's Q2 earnings are likely to have felt the pinch as rising medical costs pressure margins despite higher premium revenues.

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Centene Corporation (CNC) Investors Who Lost Money Have Opportunity to Lead Securities Fraud Lawsuit
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Published: July 23, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

BENSALEM, Pa. , July 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Law Offices of Howard G.

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SHAREHOLDER REMINDER: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of Centene
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Published: July 23, 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 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Centene Corporation ("Centene" or …

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Centene Corporation Class Action: Levi & Korsinsky Reminds Centene Investors of the Pending Class Action Lawsuit with a Lead Plaintiff Deadline of September 8, 2025 – CNC
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Published: July 22, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK, July 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Centene Corporation ("Centene" or the "Company") (NYSE: CNC) of a class action securities lawsuit.

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Unveiling Centene (CNC) Q2 Outlook: Wall Street Estimates for Key Metrics
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Published: July 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Evaluate the expected performance of Centene (CNC) for the quarter ended June 2025, looking beyond the conventional Wall Street top-and-bottom-line estimates and examining some of its key metrics for better insight.

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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
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Published: July 22, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK , July 22, 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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ROSEN, A TRUSTED AND LEADING LAW FIRM, Encourages Centene Corporation Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – CNC
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Published: July 21, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK, July 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 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.

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Centene Corporation (CNC) Investors Who Lost Money Have Opportunity to Lead Securities Fraud Lawsuit
CNC
Published: July 21, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

LOS ANGELES , July 21, 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 Join Centene Corporation Fraud Investigation with the Schall Law Firm
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Published: July 21, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

LOS ANGELES , July 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Centene Corporation ("Centene" or "the Company") (NYSE: CNC) for violations of the securities laws. The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors.

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The Gross Law Firm Announces the Filing of a Securities Class Action on Behalf of Centene Corporation(CNC) Shareholders
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Published: July 21, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK , July 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC). Shareholders who purchased shares of CNC during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment.

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CENTENE CORPORATION (NYSE: CNC) SHAREHOLDER ALERT Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reminds Centene Corporation Investors of Upcoming Deadline
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Published: July 21, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK, July 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bernstein Liebhard LLP, a nationally acclaimed investor rights law firm, reminds Centene Corporation (“Centene” or the “Company”) (NYSE: CNC) investors of an upcoming deadline involving a securities fraud class action lawsuit commenced against the Company. Should You Join This Class Action Lawsuit?

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Centene Corporation Investigated for Securities Fraud Violations - Contact the DJS Law Group to Discuss Your Rights - CNC
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Published: July 21, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

LOS ANGELES , July 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The DJS Law Group announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Centene Corporation ("Centene" or "the Company") (NYSE: CNC) for violations of the securities laws. INVESTIGATION DETAILS: The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors.

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INVESTOR DEADLINE APPROACHING: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of Centene
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Published: July 20, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
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

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CENTENE ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Urges Investors in Centene Corporation (CNC) to Inquire About Their Rights in Class Action Lawsuit
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Published: July 19, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Litigation Partner Brandon Walker Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In Centene Corporation (CNC) To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options

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Analysts Estimate Centene (CNC) to Report a Decline in Earnings: What to Look Out for
CNC
Published: July 18, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

Centene (CNC) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

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CNC SECURITIES FRAUD: Centene Corporation (NYSE:CNC) 40% Stock Drop Triggers Class Action Lawsuit – Contact BFA Law by September 8 Legal Deadline
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Published: July 18, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK, July 18, 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) Faces Shareholder Ire Amidst Plummeting Stock and Lawsuit Over “Inflated Guidance” – Hagens Berman
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Published: July 17, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

SAN FRANCISCO, July 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Healthcare giant Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), 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. The suit, Lunstrum v. Centene Corporation, No. 25-cv-05659 (S.D.N.Y.), seeks to represent investors who purchased or acquired Centene securities between December 12, 2024, and June 30, 2025, alleging violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

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Deadline Alert: Centene Corporation (CNC) Investors Who Lost Money Urged To Contact Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP About Securities Fraud Lawsuit
CNC
Published: July 17, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

LOS ANGELES, July 17, 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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Investors who lost money on Centene Corporation(CNC) should contact The Gross Law Firm about pending Class Action - CNC
CNC
Published: July 17, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK , July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC). Shareholders who purchased shares of CNC during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment.

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Most Managed Care Insurers Expected To See Q2 2025 Drops In Revenue, Net Income
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Published: July 17, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Negative

A majority of publicly traded US health insurers are expected to post QoQ declines in revenue and net income in Q2, according to an S&P Global Market Intelligence analysis of sell-side analyst forecasts. Of the eight largest publicly traded US managed care insurers, all but two — UnitedHealth Group and Alignment Healthcare — are projected to report lower revenue compared with Q1 2025, while all eight are forecast to log higher revenue than Q2 2024. In Q2, all eight of the largest publicly traded US managed care insurers, except The Cigna Group, are expected to log lower net income sequentially, …

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CNC INVESTOR ALERT: Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC Announces that Centene Corporation Investors with Substantial Losses Have Opportunity to Lead Class Action Lawsuit
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Published: July 16, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK, July 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Attorney Advertising -- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized law firm, notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Centene Corporation (“Centene” or “the Company”) (NYSE: CNC) and certain of its officers.

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DEADLINE ALERT: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of Centene
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Published: July 16, 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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Contact The Gross Law Firm by September 8, 2025 Deadline to Join Class Action Against Centene Corporation(CNC)
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Published: July 16, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK, July 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC).

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INVESTOR DEADLINE: Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP Announces that Centene Corporation (CNC) Investors with Substantial Losses Have Opportunity to Lead Class Action Lawsuit
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Published: July 15, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

SAN DIEGO, July 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The law firm of Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP announces that the Centene class action lawsuit – captioned Lunstrum v. Centene Corporation, No. 25-cv-05659 (S.D.N.Y.) – seeks to represent purchasers or acquirers of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) securities and charges Centene as well as certain of Centene's executives with violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

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Centene Corporation Investigated for Securities Fraud Violations - Contact the DJS Law Group to Discuss Your Rights - CNC
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Published: July 15, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

LOS ANGELES , July 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The DJS Law Group announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Centene Corporation ("Centene" or "the Company") (NYSE: CNC) for violations of the securities laws. INVESTIGATION DETAILS: The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors.

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CNC Investors Have the Opportunity to Lead the Centene Securities Fraud Lawsuit with Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP
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Published: July 15, 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 , July 15, 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) Faces Shareholder Ire Amidst Plummeting Stock and Lawsuit Over “Inflated Guidance” – Hagens Berman
CNC
Published: July 14, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

SAN FRANCISCO, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Healthcare giant Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), 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. The suit, Lunstrum v. Centene Corporation, No. 25-cv-05659 (S.D.N.Y.), seeks to represent investors who purchased or acquired Centene securities between December 12, 2024, and June 30, 2025, alleging violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

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Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz Encourages Centene Corporation (CNC) Investors To Inquire About Securities Fraud Class Action
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Published: July 14, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz Encourages Centene Corporation (CNC) Investors To Inquire About Securities Fraud Class Action.

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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

Centene Corporation operates as a multi-national healthcare enterprise that provides programs and services to under-insured and uninsured individuals in the United States. Its Managed Care segment offers health plan coverage to individuals through government subsidized programs, including Medicaid, the State children's health insurance program, long-term services and support, foster care, and medicare-medicaid plans, which cover dually eligible individuals, as well as aged, blind, or disabled programs. Its health plans include primary and specialty physician care, inpatient and outpatient hospital care, emergency and urgent care, prenatal care, laboratory and X-ray, home-based primary care, transportation assistance, vision care, dental care, telehealth, immunization, specialty pharmacy, therapy, social work, nurse advisory, and care coordination services, as well as prescriptions and limited over-the-counter drugs, medical equipment, and behavioral health and abuse services. This segment also offers various individual, small group, and large group commercial healthcare products to employers and directly to members. The company's Specialty Services segment provides pharmacy benefits management services; nurse advice line and after-hours support services; vision and dental services, as well as staffing services to correctional systems and other government agencies; and services to Military Health System eligible beneficiaries. This segment offers its services and products to state programs, correctional facilities, healthcare organizations, employer groups, and other commercial organizations. The company provides its services through primary and specialty care physicians, hospitals, and ancillary providers. Centene Corporation was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.