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Centene Corporation (CNC) Free Cash Flow (FCF): $4.32B

The free cash flow (FCF) for Centene Corporation (CNC) is $4.32B. It is above its 12-month average by 125.58% ($1.92B).

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CNC Free Cash Flow (FCF)
$4.32B+981.84% 1Y
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CNC Free Cash Flow (FCF) Metrics

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF)

$4.32B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG TTM

$1.92B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 3Y

$4.09B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 5Y

$4.05B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 10Y

$2.61B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 15Y

$1.91B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 20Y

$1.49B

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+125.58%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+5.76%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

+6.82%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+65.60%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+126.14%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+190.51%

FCF Analysis

Free Cash Flow (TTM)

$4.32B

FCF Yield

19.80%

Price/FCF

5.0

Formula: FCF = Operating Cash Flow - Capital Expenditures

Why FCF matters:

  • Shows actual cash available (not accounting earnings)
  • Funds dividends, buybacks, and debt reduction
  • Less susceptible to accounting manipulation than net income
  • Key metric for DCF valuation models

Centene Corporation Free Cash Flow (FCF) Formula & Definition

Free Cash Flow represents the cash a company generates after accounting for capital expenditures. It's the cash available for dividends, buybacks, debt reduction, or reinvestment.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Centene Corporation Free Cash Flow (FCF) FAQ

What is the free cash flow (FCF) for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
The free cash flow (FCF) for CNC stock is $4.32B.
What is the TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
The TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for CNC stock is $1.92B.
What is the 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
The 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for CNC stock is $4.09B.
What is the 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
The 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for CNC stock is $4.05B.
What is the 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
The 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for CNC stock is $2.61B.
What is the 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
The 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for CNC stock is $1.91B.
What is the 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
The 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for CNC stock is $1.49B.

Centene Corporation Free Cash Flow (FCF) History

DATEFREE CASH FLOW (FCF)
2025-12-31$4.32B
2024-12-31$-490.00M
2023-12-31$7.25B
2022-12-31$5.26B
2021-12-31$3.29B
2020-12-31$4.63B
2019-12-31$753.00M
2018-12-31$559.00M
2017-12-31$1.07B
2016-12-31$1.54B
2015-12-31$508.00M
2014-12-31$1.12B
2013-12-31$314.69M
2012-12-31$196.55M
2011-12-31$187.99M
2010-12-31$50.38M
2009-12-31$165.08M
2008-12-31$156.82M
2007-12-31$148.30M
2006-12-31$144.71M
2005-12-31$47.14M
2004-12-31$74.40M
2003-12-31$36.84M
2002-12-31$35.74M
2001-12-31$26.55M
2000-12-31$12.82M

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.

Saint Louis, MO
60,400 employees
Healthcare / Medical - Healthcare Plans
Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Medical - Healthcare Plans
CEO
Sarah London