Centene Corporation (CNC) Earnings Per Share (EPS): -13.14
Is Centene Corporation’s earnings per share (EPS) high or low?
Centene Corporation's earnings per share (EPS) of -13.14 is 1599% below its 5-year average of 0.88, near the low end of its 5-year range (-13.61–6.33).
As of Wednesday, June 17, 2026. 260.99% below its 12-month average of -3.64.
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CNC Earnings Per Share (EPS) Metrics
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)
-13.14
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG TTM
-3.64
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 3Y
-0.05
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 5Y
0.88
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 10Y
1.49
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 15Y
1.91
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 20Y
1.48
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-260.99%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-23790.91%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-1598.86%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-980.80%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-789.51%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-986.89%
CNC Competitors' Earnings Per Share (EPS)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centene Corporation (CNC) | $30.31B | -13.14 | -3.64 | -0.05 | 0.88 |
| IQVIA Holdings Inc. (IQV)vs › | $29.90B | 8.07 | 7.74 | 7.17 | 5.87 |
| Medline Inc. (MDLN)vs › | $31.36B | 1.21 | 1.48 | 0.80 | 0.80 |
| Biogen Inc. (BIIB)vs › | $28.88B | 9.34 | 10.02 | 12.26 | 14.06 |
| DexCom, Inc. (DXCM)vs › | $28.23B | 2.34 | 1.80 | 1.48 | 1.30 |
| Zoetis Inc. (ZTS)vs › | $33.26B | 6.03 | 5.75 | 5.27 | 4.80 |
| Veeva Systems Inc. (VEEV)vs › | $25.96B | 5.61 | 4.98 | 4.09 | 3.61 |
| Agilent Technologies, Inc. (A)vs › | $36.04B | 4.98 | 4.52 | 4.36 | 3.96 |
| Waters Corporation (WAT)vs › | $23.53B | 7.87 | 10.78 | 11.05 | 10.65 |
| United Therapeutics Corporation (UTHR)vs › | $23.27B | 27.05 | 28.29 | 23.40 | 19.31 |
EPS Comparison
Trailing EPS (TTM)
$-13.14
Forward EPS (Est.)
$4.50
P/E Ratio
N/A
Formula: EPS = Net Income / Weighted Average Shares Outstanding
Why EPS matters:
- Directly impacts stock valuation through P/E ratio
- Used to calculate dividend coverage and payout ratios
- Enables comparison across companies of different sizes
- Growth in EPS often correlates with stock price appreciation
Centene Corporation Earnings Per Share (EPS) Formula & Definition
EPS (Earnings Per Share) represents the portion of a company's profit allocated to each outstanding share. Higher EPS indicates greater profitability on a per-share basis.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Centene Corporation Earnings Per Share (EPS) FAQ
- What is the earnings per share (EPS) for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
- The earnings per share (EPS) for CNC stock is -13.14.
- Is Centene Corporation's earnings per share (EPS) high or low?
- Centene Corporation's earnings per share (EPS) of -13.14 is 1599% below its 5-year average of 0.88, near the low end of its 5-year range (-13.61–6.33).
- What is the TTM average earnings per share (EPS) for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
- The TTM average earnings per share (EPS) for CNC stock is -3.64.
- What is the 3Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
- The 3Y average earnings per share (EPS) for CNC stock is -0.05.
- What is the 5Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
- The 5Y average earnings per share (EPS) for CNC stock is 0.88.
- What is the 10Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
- The 10Y average earnings per share (EPS) for CNC stock is 1.49.
- What is the 15Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
- The 15Y average earnings per share (EPS) for CNC stock is 1.91.
- What is the 20Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
- The 20Y average earnings per share (EPS) for CNC stock is 1.48.
Centene Corporation Earnings Per Share (EPS) History
| DATE | EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | -13.61 |
| 2024-12-31 | 6.33 |
| 2023-12-31 | 4.97 |
| 2022-12-31 | 2.09 |
| 2021-12-31 | 2.31 |
| 2020-12-31 | 3.17 |
| 2019-12-31 | 3.19 |
| 2018-12-31 | 2.31 |
| 2017-12-31 | 2.40 |
| 2016-12-31 | 1.76 |
| 2015-12-31 | 1.49 |
| 2014-12-31 | 1.17 |
| 2013-12-31 | 0.76 |
| 2012-12-31 | 0.01 |
| 2011-12-31 | 0.56 |
| 2010-12-31 | 0.49 |
| 2009-12-31 | 0.49 |
| 2008-12-31 | 0.48 |
| 2007-12-31 | 0.42 |
| 2006-12-31 | -0.25 |
| 2005-12-31 | 0.33 |
| 2004-12-31 | 0.27 |
| 2003-12-31 | 0.23 |
| 2002-12-31 | 0.21 |
| 2001-12-31 | 0.75 |
| 2000-12-31 | 0.67 |
| 1999-12-31 | -0.92 |
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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