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Centene (CNC) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
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"America's Best Customer Service in Financial Services 2026" award recognizes companies delivering strong customer service based on nationwide consumer feedback SACRAMENTO, Calif., May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Health Net, one of California's most experienced Medi-Cal managed care health plans and company of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), has been named one of America's Best Customer Service in Financial Services 2026, a national recognition published by USA TODAY in partnership with independent research firm Plant‑A Insights Group.
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The funding is made available through an annual program that addresses barriers to healthcare. AUSTIN, Texas, May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Superior HealthPlan ("Superior"), a leading managed care organization in Texas and a company of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), has announced the 2026 recipients of its annual grant program.
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Centene rebounded in Q1-2026 with a significant improvement in its health benefits ratio, dropping to 87.3% from 94.3% in Q4-2025. CNC's Medicaid HBR improvement was driven by rate increases, medical cost management, and a mild flu season, though management remains cautious on sustainability. Despite a strong Q1-2026 beat, CNC raised full-year guidance less than the quarterly outperformance, reflecting uncertainty about trend continuation.
Centene Corporation (NYSE:CNC) on Tuesday posted better-than-expected first-quarter earnings and 2026 outlook.
Centene Corporation delivered a strong Q1 earnings beat, signaling a robust turnaround after a challenging year for health insurers. Q1 revenue surged to $49.94 billion, up 7.1% year-over-year and $2.4 billion above consensus, driven by premium yield and Medicaid growth. Cost discipline was evident as the health benefits ratio fell to 87.3% and SG&A expenses declined, fueling a $1.24 adjusted EPS beat versus consensus.
Shares of Centene Corporation rose about 14% on Tuesday after the company reported stronger-than-expected first-quarter results, driven by cost controls and steady premium growth. The St. Louis-based managed-care company posted net earnings of $1.54 billion, or $3.11 per share, up from $1.31 billion, or $2.63 per share, a year earlier.
U.S. health care insurance provider Centene Corporation (NYSE:CNC ) stock surged on Tuesday on better-than-expected first-quarter earnings and 2026 outlook.
CNC tops Q1 estimates on strong premiums, lifts 2026 outlook with higher revenue and EPS guidance despite membership decline and rising costs.
Centene Corporation (CNC) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
The headline numbers for Centene (CNC) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended March 2026, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.
Centene (CNC) came out with quarterly earnings of $3.37 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.87 per share. This compares to earnings of $2.9 per share a year ago.
Health insurer Centene reported first quarter net income of more than $1.5 billion despite a drop of 2 million enrollees in individual coverage under the Affordable Care Act also known as Obamacare.
Centene on Tuesday raised its 2026 adjusted profit forecast, as the health insurer expects to gain from its efforts to rein in elevated costs that have pummeled the sector for more than two years.
-- First Quarter GAAP Diluted Earnings Per Share of $3.11; Adjusted Diluted Earnings Per Share of $3.37 -- -- Increases 2026 GAAP Diluted EPS Guidance to Greater than $2.37 & Adjusted Diluted EPS to Greater than $3.40 -- Strong first quarter 2026 adjusted diluted EPS of $3.37, approximately $0.50 better than our expectations. Medicaid HBR of 93.1%, reflecting continued tangible progress managing medical costs coupled with moderate flu.
CNC gears up for Q1 results with earnings seen plunging 36% despite modest revenue growth, as rising medical costs and shrinking memberships weigh.
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Year-end Report Highlights Local Partnerships, Measurable Impact and a Growing National Strategy ST. LOUIS, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Centene Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), today released its 2025 Year-end Report, detailing $34.9 million in philanthropic investments made across 209 nonprofit organizations in 29 states and the District of Columbia, reinforcing the Foundation's commitment to improving community health through locally driven solutions and strategic national partnerships.
Employees supported 128 organizations focused on education, food security, and housing needs. AUSTIN, Texas, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Superior HealthPlan ("Superior"), a leading managed care organization in Texas and a company of Centene (NYSE: CNC), announced today that its employees volunteered a total of 3,098 hours with 128 non-profits across the state in 2025.
Partnership with LA4LA will accelerate construction of affordable and mixed-use housing across LA County SACRAMENTO, Calif., April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Health Net, one of California's most experienced Medi-Cal managed care health plans and a Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) company, announced a $10 million investment in LA4LA's "Guarantee Fund," which will support the expedited construction of affordable and mixed-income housing across Los Angeles County.
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In partnership with Three Steps Home, the program supports residents experiencing homelessness ST. LOUIS, April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Home State Health, a leading health insurer providing quality, affordable coverage to Missourians, and the Centene Foundation ("the Foundation"), the philanthropic arm of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), today announced a $225,000 grant to Three Steps Home, formerly Bridge of Hope Ministries, to support the launch of St. Louis' first dedicated short-term residential, post-acute medical recuperative care program for individuals experiencing homelessness.
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Funding supports Green Means Go infrastructure across Sacramento County and senior housing at San Juan Apartments along Stockton Boulevard SACRAMENTO, Calif., April 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Health Net, one of California's most experienced Medi-Cal managed care health plans and a Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) company, today announced a $3 million investment in the Sacramento region to support housing stability and infrastructure, including partnerships with the Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG) and Mutual Housing California.
ST. LOUIS, April 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), a leading healthcare enterprise committed to helping people live healthier lives, shared today that it will release its 2026 first quarter financial results at approximately 6:00 a.m. ET on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, and host a conference call at 8:30 a.m.
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., April 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sunshine Health, a company of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), is proud to highlight the 2025 results of Sunshine Health Works, a comprehensive workforce development program designed to address critical labor shortages across Florida's healthcare system while creating clear pathways for individuals to enter, remain, and advance in healthcare careers.
Centene merges its North Carolina units into Carolina Complete Health and aims to streamline Medicaid operations while serving over 980,000 members statewide.
Centene is bolstering its management team by creating two new senior executive positions as health insurers battle higher costs and new policies at the federal level.
Appoints Daniel Finke to Group President, Markets and Commercial and Wellcare CEO Michael Carson to Group President, Medicare and Specialty ST. LOUIS, April 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), a leading healthcare enterprise committed to helping people live healthier lives, today announced the creation of two new executive leadership positions, which will report to Chief Executive Officer Sarah London.
Investment will support crisis care, transitional services and housing at the former St. Vincent Medical Center campus LOS ANGELES, April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Health Net, one of California's most experienced Medi-Cal managed care health plans and company of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), is partnering with the Centene Foundation to invest $6 million to support the development of the St. Vincent Behavioral Health Campus. The campus will offer behavioral health services and housing to people experiencing mental health and substance abuse challenges.
The combined organization will continue to serve Medicaid, Marketplace, Medicare and Behavioral Health and Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities Tailored Plan members statewide CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Carolina Complete Health and WellCare of North Carolina, subsidiaries of the Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), today announced [receipt of regulatory approval] to close on their merger.
RIDGELAND, Miss., April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Magnolia Health, a company of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), today announced a donation of $2 million to Joyce's Village of Hope project in Warren County to expand housing and support services for women and children transitioning out of domestic violence shelters.
Health Net commits $1 million to public information effort to help eligible residents maintain Medi-Cal coverage under new federal and state rules SACRAMENTO, Calif., April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Health Net, one of California's most experienced Medi-Cal managed care health plans and company of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), is launching "Get Informed, Stay Covered," a campaign to educate Medi-Cal enrollees about critical changes to federal and state eligibility rules.
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sunshine Health, a company of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), has awarded $100,000 in childcare and transportation grants to five nonprofit organizations across Florida.
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Community-based organizations and providers across Delaware can apply for funding now through May 25, 2026 NEWARK, Del., March 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Delaware First Health ("DFH"), a leading Medicaid managed care organization in Delaware, and the Centene Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), today announced an open submission period for grants that will be provided to non-profit, community-based organizations and providers that address drivers of health.
The $2 million investment rebuilds 244 housing units as part of the Winston-Salem Choice Neighborhood initiative WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., March 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Carolina Complete Health, a provider-led Medicaid managed care plan serving members across North Carolina with access to high-quality care through a large network of doctors and hospitals, and the Centene Foundation ("the Foundation"), the philanthropic arm of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), today joined ASPIRE and the City of Winston-Salem to break ground on Phases 2 and 3 of the Northeast Winston-Salem Choice Neighborhood Initiative.
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Program to support eligible Medicaid enrollees with diabetes in rural Kentucky with tailored initiatives to support nutrition security and chronic disease management HAZARD, Ky., March 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- WellCare of Kentucky and Centene Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), today announced an investment of $550,000 to launch the WellCare Food is Medicine Program ("the Program") to address diabetes-related needs in rural communities throughout Eastern Kentucky.
Investment in NewGen Administrative Services Will Expand Health and Human Services Capacity LOS ANGELES, March 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Health Net, one of California's most experienced Medi-Cal managed care health plans and a company of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), announced a $4.4 million investment to NewGen Administrative Services LLC to improve a facility that will help people access job training, housing‑related support and community‑based services in Los Angeles County. The investment will support improvements to a Lancaster facility that serves as a key hub for vocational training, residential services, and community-based programming.
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