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Centene (CNC) Stock Forecast, Price Target & Predictions

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CNC Stock Forecast

Centene (CNC) stock forecast, based on 38 Wall Street analysts, predicts a 12-month average price target of $80.00, with a high of $91.00 and a low of $69.00. This represents a 31.80% increase from the last price of $60.70.

$60 $67 $74 $81 $88 $95 High: $91 Avg: $80 Low: $69 Last Closed Price: $60.7

CNC Stock Rating

Centene stock's rating consensus is Buy, based on 38 Wall Street analysts. The breakdown includes 0 Strong Buy (0.00%), 28 Buy (73.68%), 10 Hold (26.32%), 0 Sell (0.00%), and 0 Strong Sell (0.00%).

Buy
Total 38 0 10 28 Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy

CNC Price Target Upside V Benchmarks

TypeNameUpside
StockCentene31.80%
SectorHealthcare Stocks 35.25%
IndustryHealthcare Plans Stocks9.11%

Price Target Trends

1M3M12M
# Anlaysts116
Avg Price Target$69.00$69.00$83.67
Last Closing Price$60.70$60.70$60.70
Upside/Downside13.67%13.67%37.84%
Ratings Trends
DateStrong BuyBuyHoldSellStrong SellTotal
Apr, 254771-19
Mar, 254771-19
Feb, 254861-19
Jan, 254861-19
Dec, 244891-22
Analyst Price Target Forecasts
DateAnalystCompanyPrice TargetPrice when PublishedPrice Target/Price when PublishedPrice Target/Last Closing Price
Apr 15, 2025Michael HaRobert W. Baird$69.00$62.2810.79%13.67%
Oct 29, 2024Andrew MokBarclays$91.00$61.6547.61%49.92%
Sep 10, 2024David WindleyJefferies$72.00$71.001.41%18.62%
Sep 05, 2024Andrew MokBarclays$97.00$73.2632.41%59.80%
Jul 11, 2024David WindleyJefferies$83.00$66.3825.04%36.74%
Apr 29, 2024David WindleyJefferies$90.00$73.8321.90%48.27%
Apr 15, 2024Stephen BaxterWells Fargo$93.00$73.0227.36%53.21%
Feb 08, 2023Goldman Sachs$74.00$72.561.98%21.91%
Feb 08, 2023J.P. Morgan$94.00$70.9832.43%54.86%
Feb 08, 2023Barclays$93.00$70.9831.02%53.21%
Analyst Rating Forecasts
DateCompanyPrevious RatingNew RatingRating Change
Oct 29, 2024BarclaysOverweightOverweighthold
Sep 10, 2024JefferiesHoldHoldhold
Sep 05, 2024BarclaysOverweightOverweighthold
Aug 22, 2024BarclaysEqual-WeightEqual-Weighthold
Aug 19, 2024Wells FargoBuyBuyhold
Aug 05, 2024Wells FargoOverweightOverweighthold
Jul 29, 2024Wells FargoBuyBuyhold
Jul 24, 2024Cowen & Co.BuyBuyhold
Jul 24, 2024JefferiesBuyHolddowngrade
Jul 11, 2024JefferiesBuyBuyhold

Financial Forecast

EPS Forecast

$2 $4 $6 $8 $10 $12 $13 Dec 20 Dec 21 Dec 22 Dec 23 Dec 24 Dec 25 Dec 26 Dec 27 Dec 28
Dec 20Dec 21Dec 22Dec 23Dec 24Dec 25Dec 26Dec 27Dec 28
Reported$3.17$2.31$2.09$4.97$6.33----
Avg Forecast$5.00$5.12$5.73$6.58$6.84$7.21$8.00$9.00$11.61
High Forecast$5.18$5.31$5.90$6.67$6.86$7.46$8.89$9.85$12.04
Low Forecast$4.80$4.91$5.59$6.53$6.78$5.72$6.49$8.19$11.31
Surprise %-36.60%-54.88%-63.53%-24.47%-7.46%----

Revenue Forecast

$100B $170B $240B $310B $380B $450B Dec 20 Dec 21 Dec 22 Dec 23 Dec 24 Dec 25 Dec 26 Dec 27 Dec 28
Dec 20Dec 21Dec 22Dec 23Dec 24Dec 25Dec 26Dec 27Dec 28
Reported$111.11B$125.98B$144.55B$154.00B$163.07B----
Avg Forecast$111.33B$126.05B$144.42B$150.81B$161.39B$169.32B$173.29B$180.04B$397.48B
High Forecast$114.41B$129.53B$147.82B$152.45B$163.26B$170.07B$173.65B$180.35B$408.72B
Low Forecast$107.83B$122.09B$141.69B$149.95B$160.46B$168.77B$172.93B$179.74B$389.57B
Surprise %-0.20%-0.05%0.08%2.11%1.04%----

Net Income Forecast

$500M $2B $3B $4B $6B $7B Dec 20 Dec 21 Dec 22 Dec 23 Dec 24 Dec 25 Dec 26 Dec 27 Dec 28
Dec 20Dec 21Dec 22Dec 23Dec 24Dec 25Dec 26Dec 27Dec 28
Reported$1.81B$1.35B$1.20B$2.70B$3.31B----
Avg Forecast$1.63B$1.26B$1.92B$2.70B$3.72B$3.60B$4.20B$4.92B$6.34B
High Forecast$1.97B$1.76B$2.36B$3.33B$3.74B$4.07B$4.85B$5.37B$6.57B
Low Forecast$1.30B$772.88M$1.47B$2.08B$3.70B$3.12B$3.54B$4.47B$6.17B
Surprise %10.66%6.57%-37.29%--11.14%----

CNC Forecast FAQ

Is Centene stock a buy?

Centene stock has a consensus rating of Buy, based on 38 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown includes 0 Strong Buy, 28 Buy, 10 Hold, 0 Sell, and 0 Strong Sell, reflecting a consensus that Centene is a favorable investment for most analysts.

What is Centene's price target?

Centene's price target, set by 38 Wall Street analysts, averages $80 over the next 12 months. The price target range spans from $69 at the low end to $91 at the high end, suggesting a potential 31.80% change from the previous closing price of $60.7.

How does Centene stock forecast compare to its benchmarks?

Centene's stock forecast shows a 31.80% upside, underperforming the average forecast for the healthcare stocks sector (35.25%) and outperforming the healthcare plans stocks industry (9.11%).

What is the breakdown of analyst ratings for Centene over the past three months?

  • April 2025: 21.05% Strong Buy, 36.84% Buy, 36.84% Hold, 5.26% Sell, 0% Strong Sell.
  • March 2025: 21.05% Strong Buy, 36.84% Buy, 36.84% Hold, 5.26% Sell, 0% Strong Sell.
  • February 2025: 21.05% Strong Buy, 42.11% Buy, 31.58% Hold, 5.26% Sell, 0% Strong Sell.

What is Centene’s EPS forecast?

Centene's average annual EPS forecast for its fiscal year ending in December 2025 is $7.21, marking a 13.90% increase from the reported $6.33 in 2024. Estimates for the following years are $8 in 2026, $9 in 2027, and $11.61 in 2028.

What is Centene’s revenue forecast?

Centene's average annual revenue forecast for its fiscal year ending in December 2025 is $169.32B, reflecting a 3.83% increase from the reported $163.07B in 2024. The forecast for 2026 is $173.29B, followed by $180.04B for 2027, and $397.48B for 2028.

What is Centene’s net income forecast?

Centene's net income forecast for the fiscal year ending in December 2025 stands at $3.6B, representing an 8.79% increase from the reported $3.3B in 2024. Projections indicate $4.2B in 2026, $4.92B in 2027, and $6.34B in 2028.