Centene Corporation (CNC)

$65.02▲ 0.88 (1.37%)
Real-time prices · US Markets
Bearish
5.3 / 10
Forward P/E of 12.2× is low relative to sector peers.
currently unprofitable (-3% margin).
Quality
3.6
Health
6
Growth
5.2
Valuation
7
Sentiment
5
Analyst Target
$71.67
▲ +10.2% from current

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Fundamentals

Trailing P/E
price-to-earnings
Forward P/E
12.2×
next 12 months est.
Market Cap
$32.1B
market capitalization
Div Yield
dividend yield
Profit Margin
-2.8%
net profit margin
Gross Margin
11.4%
revenue minus COGS
ROE
-20.4%
return on equity
Beta
1.10
vs S&P 500
52-Week Range
$28 — $69
annual min — max

Frequently Asked Questions

What do analysts say about Centene Corporation right now?
Centene Corporation's Q·Score is 5.3/10 (Bearish), reflecting its current fundamentals, analyst data, and valuation metrics. Forward P/E of 12.2× is low relative to sector peers. Key area to monitor: currently unprofitable (-3% margin). This is an informational data summary only and does not constitute financial advice. Always do your own research before making any investment decision.
What is the analyst price target for CNC?
The consensus price target for CNC is $71.67, based on ratings from 18 Wall Street analysts. This is 10.2% above the current price of $65.02. Price targets are forward-looking estimates and not guarantees of future performance.
Is CNC overvalued or undervalued?
Centene Corporation (CNC) scores favorably on valuation metrics relative to sector peers and analyst targets. Its forward P/E ratio stands at 12.2×. The consensus analyst price target of $71.67 is 10% above the current price.
What is Centene Corporation's profit margin?
Centene Corporation has a net profit margin of -2.8%, indicating the company is currently operating at a net loss. Its gross margin stands at 11.4%, reflecting a more cost-intensive business model.
Is Centene Corporation's revenue growing?
Centene Corporation is reporting modest revenue growth of 4.6%.
How much debt does Centene Corporation have?
Centene Corporation has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.71×, reflecting a moderate debt level, which is manageable for most profitable companies. Its current ratio is 1.15×, suggesting it should be monitored for near-term liquidity.
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