Summary
Centene Corporation (CNC) filed an 8-K on October 26, 2004, to report its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2004. The key purpose of this filing was to disclose the company's performance during the period, as detailed in a press release issued on October 25, 2004, which is attached as an exhibit. Investors should note that this 8-K primarily serves as a vehicle for releasing the Q3 2004 earnings announcement. The specific financial figures, operational highlights, and any forward-looking statements would be found within the accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1). The filing itself confirms the issuance of this press release and provides the standard corporate information for Centene.
Key Highlights
- 1Centene Corporation reported its third quarter financial results for the period ending September 30, 2004.
- 2The company issued a press release on October 25, 2004, detailing these results.
- 3This press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K filing.
- 4The filing is made under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition).
- 5The information provided is furnished and not considered 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
- 6Michael F. Neidorff, Chairman and CEO, signed the report, indicating executive oversight of the disclosed information.
- 7The 8-K serves as an official notification of the company's quarterly performance announcement.
Frequently Asked Questions
The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to report Centene Corporation's financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2004. It officially discloses a press release issued by the company that contains these financial details.
The specific financial details, including earnings and operational performance for the third quarter of 2004, are contained within the press release issued by Centene Corporation on October 25, 2004. This press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K filing.
No, the information contained in this Form 8-K and its attached press release is considered 'furnished' and not 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means it does not automatically subject the company to liabilities under that section unless expressly incorporated by reference into other SEC filings.
The report was signed by Michael F. Neidorff, who is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Centene Corporation, indicating his authorization and oversight of the filing.