Centene Corporation (CNC) Earnings History
Net Loss26 years of earnings data (2000–2025) · Currently unprofitable on a TTM basis
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Centene Corporation (CNC) Earnings Overview
As of June 23, 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 →
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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% |
| 2015 | $355M | +31.0% | $705M | $1.44 | 1.6% | 3.1% |
| 2014 | $271M | +64.1% | $464M | $1.13 | 1.6% | 2.8% |
| 2013 | $165M | +8154.9% | $277M | $0.74 | 1.5% | 2.5% |
| 2012 | $2M | -98.2% | $108M | $0.01 | 0.0% | 1.3% |
| 2011 | $111M | +17.3% | $204M | $0.53 | 2.1% | 3.9% |
| 2010 | $95M | +13.3% | $157M | $0.47 | 2.1% | 3.5% |
| 2009 | $84M | +0.2% | $138M | $0.47 | 2.0% | 3.4% |
| 2008 | $83M | +13.8% | $132M | $0.47 | 2.5% | 3.9% |
| 2007 | $73M | +268.2% | $55M | $0.41 | 2.7% | 2.0% |
| 2006 | -$44M | -178.4% | -$29M | $-0.25 | -1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2005 | $56M | +25.5% | $79M | $0.31 | 3.7% | 5.3% |
| 2004 | $44M | +33.2% | $65M | $0.26 | 4.4% | 6.4% |
| 2003 | $33M | +29.9% | $47M | $0.22 | 4.3% | 6.1% |
| 2002 | $26M | +98.7% | $32M | $0.18 | 5.6% | 6.8% |
| 2001 | $13M | +66.9% | $18M | $0.13 | 3.9% | 5.7% |
| 2000 | $8M | - | $7M | $0.09 | 3.5% | 2.9% |
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CNC — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CNC stock.
What is CNC earnings per share (EPS)?
CNC trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $-13.00, reflecting -315.8% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is N/A. Complete EPS history from 2000 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Centene Corporation's net income?
Centene Corporation (CNC) trailing twelve-month net income is $-6.4B as of 2025. Earnings declined -315.8% year-over-year.
Is CNC profitable?
CNC is not currently profitable on a TTM basis, reporting a net loss of $-6.4B. Net margin is -3.4%. Investors should monitor for a return to profitability.
What is CNC's earnings growth rate?
CNC compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: N/A, 3-Year: N/A, 5-Year: N/A, 10-Year: N/A. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 2000 to 2025.
What are CNC's profit margins?
Centene Corporation net profit margin is -3.4%, operating margin is -3.9%, and gross margin is +12.2%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures. Return on Equity is -28.7%.
Is CNC growing earnings?
CNC earnings are declining — EPS fell -315.8% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $-6.4B. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of N/A.
What was CNC's best earnings year?
Centene Corporation's highest annual net income on record is $3.3B, achieved in fiscal year 2024. Earnings history on this page spans 2000 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were CNC's earnings last quarter?
CNC's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $1.5B with diluted EPS of $3.11. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.