Centene Corporation (CNC)

NYSE: CNC · Real-Time Price · USD
27.07
+0.90 (3.44%)
At close: Aug 13, 2025, 4:00 PM
27.10
+0.03 (0.11%)
After-hours: Aug 13, 2025, 5:13 PM EDT
3.44%
Market Cap 13.29B
Revenue (ttm) 159.56B
Net Income (ttm) 2.05B
Shares Out 491.13M
EPS (ttm) 4.07
PE Ratio 6.65
Forward PE 15.78
Dividend n/a
Ex-Dividend Date n/a
Volume 13,468,468
Open 26.40
Previous Close 26.17
Day's Range 26.23 - 27.18
52-Week Range 25.08 - 80.59
Beta 0.40
Analysts Hold
Price Target 42.20 (+55.89%)
Earnings Date Jul 25, 2025

About CNC

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 healt... [Read more]

Sector Healthcare
IPO Date Dec 13, 2001
Employees 60,500
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol CNC
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2024, Centene's revenue was $147.17 billion, an increase of 4.09% compared to the previous year's $141.39 billion. Earnings were $3.31 billion, an increase of 22.32%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Forecast

According to 16 analysts, the average rating for CNC stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price target is $42.2, which is an increase of 55.89% from the latest price.

Price Target
$42.2
(55.89% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Hold
Stock Forecasts

News

The Gross Law Firm Reminds Shareholders of a Lead Plaintiff Deadline of September 8, 2025 in Centene Corporation Lawsuit – CNC

NEW YORK, Aug. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC).

43 minutes ago - GlobeNewsWire

Centene Corporation (CNC) Faces Shareholder Ire Amidst Plummeting Stock and Lawsuit Over “Inflated Guidance” – Hagens Berman

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 13, 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 ...

5 hours ago - GlobeNewsWire

CENTENE STOCK: Lose Money on Your Centene Corporation (NYSE:CNC) Investment? Contact BFA Law before the September 8 Legal Deadline

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8 hours ago - GlobeNewsWire

CNC Investors Have Opportunity to Join Centene Corporation Fraud Investigation with the Schall Law Firm

LOS ANGELES , Aug. 12, 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...

1 day ago - PRNewsWire

Centene Corporation Investigated for Securities Fraud Violations - Contact the DJS Law Group to Discuss Your Rights - CNC

LOS ANGELES , Aug. 12, 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 viola...

1 day ago - PRNewsWire

Centene Corporation (CNC) Faces Shareholder Ire Amidst Plummeting Stock and Lawsuit Over “Inflated Guidance” – Hagens Berman

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 11, 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 ...

2 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

CNC COURT NOTICE: Centene Corporation Investors may have been Affected by Fraud -- Contact BFA Law before September 8 if You Suffered Losses (NYSE:CNC)

NEW YORK, Aug. 11, 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 Co...

2 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

MHS Serves Announces Recipients of $1.2 Million Investment in Youth Mental Health

INDIANAPOLIS , Aug. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Managed Health Services  (MHS), a managed care entity that has been proudly serving the state of Indiana for 30 years and a Centene  (NYSE: CNC) company, is...

6 days ago - PRNewsWire

Which Is Healthier - UnitedHealth Or Centene?

Healthcare insurers like UnitedHealth Group Incorporated and Centene Corporation have suffered steep stock declines due to surging medical costs and regulatory headwinds. Both firms face rising claims...

Other symbols: UNH
7 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Superior HealthPlan Invests $18 Million in Over-the-counter Items in 5 Years for Texas Members

The extra benefits are in addition to regular Medicaid and CHIP coverage, helping support low-income individuals and families. AUSTIN, Texas , Aug. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Superior HealthPlan ("Superi...

8 days ago - PRNewsWire

The 5 Most Volatile Stocks This Week And How To Trade Them

After focusing on earnings for the bulk of last week, we're going to shift gears a bit today. This week, the spotlight is on implied volatility (IV) and, more importantly, five stocks poised to explod...

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13 days ago - Benzinga

Meridian and the Centene Foundation Announce $1 Million Grant to the Food Bank Council of Michigan

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. ...

13 days ago - PRNewsWire

SHAREHOLDER NOTICE: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of Centene

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

13 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

'Ohana Health Plan, the Centene Foundation, and Hawai'i Island Community Health Center Unveil New Mobile Clinic to Expand School-Based Healthcare

The mobile health clinic will begin service in August for the 2025-2026 school year HILO, Hawai'i, July 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- 'Ohana Health Plan , a leading provider of government-sponsored managed...

13 days ago - PRNewsWire

Peach State Health Plan Builds Upon Community Partnership with Barrow County Schools to Support Student Health and Readiness

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 deep...

14 days ago - PRNewsWire

More Older Adults in California can Access Bedside Dialysis, Behavioral Health and Other Services Thanks to $295,000 in Grants from Health Net

Local programs strengthen support systems for residents in Los Angeles, San Joaquin, and Stanislaus Counties SACRAMENTO, Calif. , July 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Health Net, one of California's most exp...

14 days ago - PRNewsWire

CNC INVESTORS: Centene Corporation (NYSE:CNC) Investors may have been Affected by Fraud – Contact BFA Law by September 8 about Potentially Recovering Losses

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 Co...

14 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

INVESTOR DEADLINE APPROACHING: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of Centene

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 suf...

15 days ago - PRNewsWire

eHealth Announces CEO Succession

Derrick Duke Appointed Chief Executive Officer After Transition Period Fran Soistman to Retire, Remain on eHealth Board of Directors AUSTIN, Texas , July 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- eHealth, Inc. (Nasdaq...

Other symbols: EHTH
15 days ago - PRNewsWire

Centene: Opportunity At

Centene (CNC) is deeply undervalued, trading at a fraction of its normalized earnings potential due to temporary headwinds and sector-wide pessimism. The company's scale, low-cost leadership, and dive...

15 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Superior HealthPlan and Centene Foundation Announce Grand Opening of CHDI Multi-Purpose Community Health Center in Uvalde

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 H...

16 days ago - PRNewsWire

Centene's Bottom May Already Be Here - Risk Mitigation In Process

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...

16 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Centene's Worst Quarter In Years Could Be A Gift

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, wi...

16 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Time To Buy Centene Stock?

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 incr...

16 days ago - Forbes

CNC LAWSUIT: Centene Corporation Sued for Fraud after Wakely Report – Contact BFA Law by September 8 Court Deadline (NYSE:CNC)

NEW YORK, July 28, 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 Co...

16 days ago - GlobeNewsWire