Centene Corporation (CNC) Q1 2012 Earnings Results

Centene Corp Del Misses on EPS — Stock Down 5.93%

Centene's earnings report showed a miss on EPS, which contributed to a significant drop in stock price by 5.93%. The management's cautious tone indicates they are facing challenges in the current market. Investors may need to consider these factors as they assess the company's future performance.

The print

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Actual vs. consensus

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.45	N/A	-4.46%

Management

Management commentary

Tone: Defensive

Management expressed concerns about the current market conditions and emphasized the importance of maintaining operational efficiency. They did not provide specific guidance for the upcoming quarters.

We are navigating through a challenging environment.

Our focus remains on operational efficiency and cost management.

Centene Corp Del Misses on EPS — Stock Down 5.93%

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Centene Corp Del Misses on EPS — Stock Down 5.93%

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Management commentary