Centene Corporation (CNC) Interest Coverage Ratio: -11.24x
The interest coverage ratio for Centene Corporation (CNC) is -11.24x as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
CNC Interest Coverage Ratio Metrics
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO
-11.24x
CNC Competitors' Interest Coverage Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centene Corporation (CNC) | — | -11.24x | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| IQVIA Holdings Inc. (IQV) | $30.60B | 3.14x | 3.21x | 3.42x | 3.19x |
| Zoetis Inc. (ZTS) | $34.20B | 14.80x | 14.41x | 13.27x | 12.34x |
| DexCom, Inc. (DXCM) | $29.24B | 49.83x | 40.70x | 32.97x | 24.93x |
| Biogen Inc. (BIIB) | $29.00B | 7.63x | 8.79x | 9.45x | 11.57x |
| Veeva Systems Inc. (VEEV) | $27.37B | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Agilent Technologies, Inc. (A) | $37.17B | 13.21x | 14.36x | 15.54x | 14.94x |
| Waters Corporation (WAT) | $23.83B | 17.59x | 13.40x | 13.24x | 14.07x |
| Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD) | $22.85B | 16.32x | 15.71x | 16.43x | 18.17x |
| BioNTech SE (BNTX) | $21.81B | -45.74x | 444.02x | 1201.03x | 1201.03x |
Financial Health Indicators
Interest Coverage
-11.2x
Debt/Equity
0.94
Current Ratio
1.68
Formula: Interest Coverage = EBIT / Interest Expense
Reference ranges:
- < 1.5x: EBIT is less than 1.5 times interest expense
- 1.5x - 3x: EBIT is between 1.5 and 3 times interest expense
- 3x - 5x: EBIT is between 3 and 5 times interest expense
- > 5x: EBIT is more than 5 times interest expense
Note: Interest coverage should be compared with historical interest expense, operating income, and industry capital structure.
Centene Corporation Interest Coverage Ratio Formula & Definition
Interest Coverage = EBIT / Interest Expense
The interest coverage ratio measures operating earnings relative to interest expense.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Centene Corporation Interest Coverage Ratio FAQ
- What is the interest coverage ratio for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
- The interest coverage ratio for CNC stock is -11.24x.
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