Centene Corporation (CNC) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 2000 to 2025
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CNC EPS Growth (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of diluted earnings per share
CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) shows the annualized growth rate of EPS over the specified period. A higher CAGR indicates stronger earnings momentum.
CNC Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 12.2% | -3.9% | -3.4% |
| 2024 | 10.3% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| 2023 | 11.2% | 1.9% | 1.8% |
| 2022 | 11.5% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | 11.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% |
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Centene Corporation (CNC) Earnings Overview
As of May 6, 2026, Centene Corporation (CNC) reported trailing twelve-month net income of -$6.44B, reflecting -315.8% year-over-year growth. The company earned $-13.00 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of -3.4%.
Looking at the long-term picture, CNC's historical earnings data spans multiple years. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $3.31B in fiscal 2024.
Centene Corporation is currently reporting a net loss, though operating performance should be evaluated in the context of growth investments and industry dynamics View revenue history →
Compared to peers including MOH ($188M net income, 1.0% margin), UNH ($12.04B net income, 2.7% margin), ELV ($5.24B net income, 2.8% margin), CNC has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare CNC vs MOH →
CNC Earnings vs Peers
Earnings metrics vs comparable public companies
CNC Historical Earnings Data (2000–2025)
26 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -$6.67B | -301.9% | -$7.62B | $-13.62 | -3.4% | -3.9% |
| 2024 | $3.31B | +22.3% | $3.17B | $6.31 | 2.0% | 1.9% |
| 2023 | $2.70B | +124.8% | $2.93B | $4.95 | 1.8% | 1.9% |
| 2022 | $1.20B | -10.8% | $1.32B | $2.07 | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | $1.35B | -25.5% | $1.78B | $2.28 | 1.1% | 1.4% |
| 2020 | $1.81B | +36.9% | $3.08B | $3.12 | 1.6% | 2.8% |
| 2019 | $1.32B | +46.8% | $1.78B | $3.14 | 1.8% | 2.4% |
| 2018 | $900M | +8.7% | $1.46B | $2.26 | 1.5% | 2.4% |
| 2017 | $828M | +47.3% | $1.20B | $2.35 | 1.7% | 2.5% |
| 2016 | $562M | +58.3% | $1.26B | $1.72 | 1.4% | 3.1% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CNC stock.
Is CNC growing earnings?
CNC EPS fell to $-13.00, with earnings declining -315.8%. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of N/A. TTM net income dropped to $-6.4B.
What are CNC's profit margins?
Centene Corporation net margin is -3.4%, with operating margin at -3.9%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures.
How consistent are CNC's earnings?
CNC earnings data spans 2000-2025. The declining earnings trend is -315.8% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.