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CENTENE CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 25, 2005)

Filed October 25, 2005For Securities:CNC

Summary

Centene Corporation (CNC) filed this Form 8-K on October 25, 2005, to report its financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2005. The key information disseminated through a press release (Exhibit 99.1) pertains to the company's operational performance and financial condition during that period. While the filing itself does not detail the specific financial figures, it serves as an official notification that Centene Corporation has publicly disclosed its quarterly earnings. Investors should refer to the referenced press release for the comprehensive details regarding revenue, profitability, and any significant operational updates or outlook for the company. The filing explicitly states that the information is furnished and not considered "filed" under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act, meaning it doesn't carry the same liability as a formally filed document.

Key Highlights

  • 1Centene Corporation announced its financial results for the third quarter of 2005 via an 8-K filing.
  • 2The results were disclosed in a press release dated October 25, 2005, included as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 3The filing serves as an official notification of the quarterly earnings announcement.
  • 4Investors are directed to the press release for specific financial details.
  • 5The information furnished in this report and exhibit is not considered 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • 6The filing does not incorporate the information by reference into other SEC filings unless specifically stated.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this Form 8-K filing is to officially report Centene Corporation's financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2005, which were announced through a press release on October 25, 2005.

The specific financial details are contained within the press release issued by Centene Corporation on October 25, 2005, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K filing.

No, the 8-K filing itself does not contain the detailed financial results. It serves as a notification that a press release with those details has been issued and is included as an exhibit.

The information being 'furnished' under Item 2.02 means it is being provided to the SEC but is not subject to the same legal liabilities as information that is formally 'filed' under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This is a common practice for earnings releases.