Summary
Centene Corporation (CNC) filed a Form 8-K on February 8, 2008, primarily to report its financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year ended December 31, 2007. While the 8-K itself does not contain the detailed financial data, it directs investors to an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) which contains the comprehensive earnings announcement. This filing serves as notification of the release of these results. Investors should refer to the press release for specific figures regarding revenue, net income, earnings per share, and any forward-looking guidance provided by the company for the upcoming fiscal year. The information is being furnished, not filed, which has implications for liability under certain SEC provisions.
Key Highlights
- 1Centene Corporation announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2007.
- 2The official announcement of these financial results was made via a press release issued on February 8, 2008.
- 3The press release containing the detailed financial results is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K.
- 4This filing is primarily an informational update, providing investors access to the company's latest performance data.
- 5The information furnished in this 8-K and Exhibit 99.1 is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
- 6Investors are advised to consult Exhibit 99.1 for specific financial figures and management commentary.
- 7The filing does not include any material amendments to previous filings or any other significant corporate events.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main purpose of this Form 8-K filing by Centene Corporation on February 8, 2008, is to announce and provide access to its financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year ended December 31, 2007. It incorporates by reference the press release containing these results.
The detailed financial results are located in the press release issued by Centene Corporation on February 8, 2008, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K filing. Investors should review this press release for specific financial data and commentary.
The filing specifies that the information contained in this Form 8-K and its exhibit (Exhibit 99.1) shall not be deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section. This means the company generally has less liability for the accuracy of this furnished information compared to 'filed' information.
This Form 8-K filing itself does not contain the financial guidance. Investors would need to refer to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) mentioned in the filing to find any forward-looking financial guidance or projections provided by Centene Corporation for the upcoming fiscal year.