Centene Corporation (CNC) Current Ratio: 1.68
Is Centene Corporation’s current ratio high or low?
Centene Corporation's current ratio of 1.68 is 41% above its 5-year average of 1.19, near the high end of its 5-year range (1.06–1.68).
The current ratio for Centene Corporation (CNC) is 1.68 as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 20.43% (1.40).
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CNC Current Ratio Metrics
CURRENT RATIO
1.68
CURRENT RATIO AVG TTM
1.40
CURRENT RATIO AVG 3Y
1.24
CURRENT RATIO AVG 5Y
1.19
CURRENT RATIO AVG 10Y
1.15
CURRENT RATIO AVG 15Y
1.12
CURRENT RATIO AVG 20Y
1.10
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+20.43%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+35.48%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+40.98%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+46.55%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+49.83%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+52.13%
CNC Competitors' Current Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | CURRENT RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centene Corporation (CNC) | $31.94B | 1.68 | 1.40 | 1.24 | 1.19 |
| Medline Inc. (MDLN) | $30.90B | 4.29 | 3.84 | 3.94 | 3.94 |
| IQVIA Holdings Inc. (IQV) | $30.60B | 0.75 | 0.79 | 0.83 | 0.90 |
| Zoetis Inc. (ZTS) | $34.20B | 3.03 | 2.39 | 2.63 | 2.90 |
| DexCom, Inc. (DXCM) | $29.24B | 1.88 | 1.67 | 2.04 | 3.15 |
| Biogen Inc. (BIIB) | $29.00B | 2.68 | 2.02 | 2.25 | 2.11 |
| Veeva Systems Inc. (VEEV) | $26.73B | 4.89 | 4.70 | 4.39 | 4.08 |
| Agilent Technologies, Inc. (A) | $37.17B | 1.96 | 2.02 | 2.17 | 2.21 |
| Waters Corporation (WAT) | $23.83B | 1.73 | 1.92 | 2.08 | 2.07 |
| Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD) | $22.85B | 1.14 | 1.08 | 1.10 | 1.13 |
Liquidity Analysis
Current Ratio
1.68
Quick Ratio
1.68
Centene Corporation Current Ratio Formula & Definition
Current Ratio = Current Assets / Current Liabilities
The current ratio measures short-term liquidity — a company's ability to cover current liabilities with current assets. Above 1.0 indicates positive working capital.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Centene Corporation Current Ratio FAQ
- What is the current ratio for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
- The current ratio for CNC stock is 1.68.
- Is Centene Corporation's current ratio high or low?
- Centene Corporation's current ratio of 1.68 is 41% above its 5-year average of 1.19, near the high end of its 5-year range (1.06–1.68).
- What is the TTM average current ratio for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
- The TTM average current ratio for CNC stock is 1.40.
- What is the 3Y average current ratio for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
- The 3Y average current ratio for CNC stock is 1.24.
- What is the 5Y average current ratio for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
- The 5Y average current ratio for CNC stock is 1.19.
- What is the 10Y average current ratio for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
- The 10Y average current ratio for CNC stock is 1.15.
- What is the 15Y average current ratio for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
- The 15Y average current ratio for CNC stock is 1.12.
- What is the 20Y average current ratio for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
- The 20Y average current ratio for CNC stock is 1.10.
Centene Corporation Current Ratio History
| DATE | CURRENT RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 1.68 |
| 2024-12-31 | 1.11 |
| 2023-12-31 | 1.11 |
| 2022-12-31 | 1.06 |
| 2021-12-31 | 1.11 |
| 2020-12-31 | 1.08 |
| 2019-12-31 | 1.57 |
| 2018-12-31 | 1.00 |
| 2017-12-31 | 0.93 |
| 2016-12-31 | 0.97 |
| 2015-12-31 | 0.99 |
| 2014-12-31 | 1.05 |
| 2013-12-31 | 1.15 |
| 2012-12-31 | 1.15 |
| 2011-12-31 | 1.12 |
| 2010-12-31 | 0.86 |
| 2009-12-31 | 0.86 |
| 2008-12-31 | 1.04 |
| 2007-12-31 | 0.92 |
| 2006-12-31 | 1.16 |
| 2005-12-31 | 1.27 |
| 2004-12-31 | 1.11 |
| 2003-12-31 | 0.86 |
| 2002-12-31 | 0.91 |
| 2001-12-31 | 1.52 |
| 2000-12-31 | 0.90 |
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About Centene Corporation
Centene Corporation functions as a diverse, multinational healthcare organization, primarily dedicated to delivering a comprehensive range of programs and services to underinsured and uninsured individuals throughout the United States. Its Managed Care division provides extensive health plan coverage for people enrolled in various government-sponsored initiatives. These initiatives include Medicaid, the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP), long-term services and support, foster care, and specialized Medicare-Medicaid plans that cater to individuals dually eligible for both programs, as well as aged, blind, or disabled populations. The broad spectrum of benefits within these health plans encompasses primary and specialty physician care, inpatient and outpatient hospital services, emergency and urgent care, prenatal support, laboratory and X-ray diagnostics, and home-based primary care. Complementary services feature transportation assistance, vision and dental care, telehealth access, immunizations, specialty pharmacy, therapy, social work, nurse advisory support, and care coordination. Additionally, members are covered for prescriptions, limited over-the-counter medications, medical equipment, and essential behavioral health and substance abuse services. This segment also extends its offerings to commercial healthcare products for individuals and employer groups of various sizes. Centene's Specialty Services segment delivers a distinct set of solutions, including pharmacy benefits management (PBM), 24/7 nurse advice lines and after-hours support, vision and dental services, and staffing provisions for correctional systems and other government agencies. This division also serves beneficiaries eligible for the Military Health System. Its clientele for these specialized services spans state programs, correctional institutions, healthcare organizations, employer groups, and other commercial entities. The company delivers its healthcare services through an expansive network comprising primary and specialty care physicians, hospitals, and various ancillary providers. Established in 1984, Centene Corporation is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
- Sector
- Healthcare
- Industry
- Medical - Healthcare Plans
- CEO
- Sarah London