SAN FRANCISCO, July 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On July 2, 2025, investors in Centene Corp. (NYSE: CNC) saw the price of their shares of this normally low-volatility stock crash 40%, after the company withdrew its guidance, blaming preliminary discussions and data generated by an independent actuary, Wakely.
Centene's 40% drop after pulling 2025 guidance is driven by rising medical costs and margin pressure, but the sell-off appears overdone. Historical patterns show that similar sell-offs in 2016 and 2020 were followed by recoveries as premiums were adjusted upward. Valuation is now highly attractive, with Price/Cash Flow below 8, making CNC stock a compelling buy despite sector volatility.
'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer dissects Centene's massive plummet following earnings.
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Medical - Healthcare Plans Industry | Healthcare Sector | Sarah M. London CEO | XSTU Exchange | US15135B1017 ISIN |
US Country | 60,400 Employees | - Last Dividend | 7 Feb 2019 Last Split | 13 Dec 2001 IPO Date |
Centene Corporation stands as a prominent healthcare enterprise catering to the essential healthcare needs of under-insured and uninsured families, commercial organizations, and military families within the United States. Distinguished by its commitment to providing comprehensive health programs and services, the company navigates through the complexity of healthcare needs across diverse populations. Established in 1984 and headquartered in Saint Louis, Missouri, Centene has carved a niche for itself in the healthcare sector by offering a wide array of services across its multiple operational segments including Medicaid, Medicare, Commercial, and Other segments. The company's focus on accessibility and quality care underlines its mission to deliver healthcare solutions that foster well-being and improve health outcomes for all its members.
Centene's product and service portfolio spans across several key areas of healthcare, addressing the needs of a vast demographic through its diversified offerings: