Centene Corp (CNC)

Currency in USD
43.24
-0.44(-1.01%)
Closed·
42.60-0.64(-1.48%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
42.5243.52
52 wk Range
25.0866.03
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
43.68
Open
43.33
Day's Range
42.52-43.52
52 wk Range
25.08-66.03
Volume
5.03M
Average Volume (3m)
6.56M
1-Year Change
-25.0347%
Book Value / Share
40.59
Fair Value
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Price Target
44.24
Upside
+2.30%
Members' Sentiments
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ProTips
High shareholder yield

Centene Corp News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Strong Buy

Centene Corp Company Profile

Centene Corporation operates as a managed care company that provides programs and services to under-insured families, and commercial organizations in the United States. It 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 and commercial group. The Other segment operates clinical healthcare and pharmacies, as well as offers vision and dental, behavioral health, and centralized 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


Market Volatility
Centene faces challenges in ACA Marketplace and Medicaid, withdrawing 2025 guidance amid rising healthcare costs and regulatory uncertainties
Strategic Positioning
Explore Centene's diversified portfolio across government-sponsored healthcare programs and its potential for growth in Medicare Advantage
Financial Outlook
Analysts revise price targets, ranging from $30 to $90, reflecting varied perspectives on Centene's profitability and growth potential
Competitive Edge
Delve into Centene's market leadership in Medicaid managed care and its strategies to navigate industry-wide challenges in risk pool management
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Centene Corp Earnings Call Summary for Q4/2025

  • Centene Corp reported Q4 2025 adjusted diluted loss per share of $1.19 (beating -$1.22 forecast) and revenue of $49.73 billion (exceeding $48.39 billion expectations), yet stock fell 7.25% to $37 pre-market.
  • Despite outperforming analyst expectations, market reaction was negative, with shares down 7.85% over the past week, reflecting investor concerns about strategic adjustments and future profitability.
  • Company projects 2026 premium and service revenue between $170-174 billion and expects adjusted EPS to exceed $3.00, representing 40% year-over-year growth from 2025's $2.08.
  • Strategic initiatives focus on improving Medicaid profitability, adjusting Marketplace pricing, and positioning Medicare Advantage to break even by 2027 amid challenges with behavioral health costs and expiring APTCs.
  • CEO Sarah London acknowledged that '2025 challenged us, but it also made us stronger,' expressing confidence in the company's strategic direction despite ongoing economic pressures.
Last Updated: 2026/02/06, 17:38
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P/E Ratio
−3.2x−8.9x−0.6x
PEG Ratio
0.01−0.030.00
Price/Book
1.1x3.5x2.6x
Price / LTM Sales
0.1x0.6x3.3x
Upside (Analyst Target)
−2.9%60.1%45.0%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

5 Buy
13 Hold
2 Sell
Ratings:
20 analysts
Overall Consensus
Neutral

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 44.24
(+2.30% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Wells Fargo
Hold44.00+1.76%43.00MaintainFeb 18, 2026
TD Cowen
Hold38.00-12.12%34.00MaintainFeb 11, 2026
Cantor Fitzgerald
Hold41.00-5.18%-MaintainFeb 09, 2026
Truist Securities
Buy47.00+8.70%-MaintainFeb 09, 2026
JPMorgan
Hold45.00+4.07%38.00MaintainJan 22, 2026

Earnings

Latest Release
Feb 06, 2026
EPS / Forecast
-1.19 / -1.22
Revenue / Forecast
49.73B / 48.39B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

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FAQ

What Is the Centene (CNC) Stock Price Today?

The Centene stock price today is 43,24

What Stock Exchange Does Centene Trade On?

Centene is listed and trades on the New York 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 21,26B.

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

The Centene EPS (TTM) is -13,53.

When Is the Next Centene Earnings Date?

Centene will release its next earnings report on Apr 28, 2026.

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 Buy.

How Many Times Has Centene Stock Split?

Centene has split 4 times.

How Many Employees Does Centene Have?

Centene has 61100 employees.

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

As of Feb 23, 2026, Centene (CNC) is trading at a price of 43,24, with a previous close of 43,68. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 42,52 to 43,52, while its 52-week range spans from 25,08 to 66,03.

What Is Centene (CNC) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Centene is USD44,24, with a high estimate of USD70 and a low estimate of USD32. 5 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 2 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Neutral. The stock has an +2,30% Upside potential.

What Is the CNC Premarket Price?

CNC's last pre-market stock price is 43,66. The pre-market share volume is 2 250,00, and the stock has decreased by -0,02, or -0,05%.

What Is the CNC After Hours Price?

CNC's last after hours stock price is 42,60, the stock has decreased by -0,64, or -1,48%.
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