8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

CENTENE CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Apr 28, 2009)

Filed April 28, 2009For Securities:CNC

Summary

Centene Corporation (CNC) filed an 8-K on April 28, 2009, primarily to announce its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2009. The report itself does not contain the detailed financial results, but rather directs investors to an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) which contains this information. This filing is a standard procedural step for publicly traded companies to promptly disclose significant events and financial performance to the market. Investors should review the referenced press release for specific details on Centene's first-quarter performance, including revenue, earnings, and any forward-looking guidance. The 8-K emphasizes that the press release and its contents are furnished, not filed, meaning they are not subject to certain sections of securities laws regarding liability, though they are still important for understanding the company's operational and financial condition.

Key Highlights

  • 1Centene Corporation (CNC) filed an 8-K on April 28, 2009, to report Q1 2009 financial results.
  • 2The detailed financial results are provided in an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).
  • 3The filing references the press release for results of operations and financial condition.
  • 4Information provided is furnished, not filed, for certain legal purposes (Section 18 of the Exchange Act).
  • 5Investors should refer to the press release for specific Q1 2009 financial data.
  • 6This is a routine filing to disclose timely financial information to the public.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing by Centene Corporation on April 28, 2009, is to officially report its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2009, to the public and the SEC.

The detailed financial results are not included directly in the 8-K filing itself. They are provided in a press release, labeled as Exhibit 99.1, which is attached to this 8-K report.

When information is 'furnished' under Item 2.02 of an 8-K, it means it is being provided to the SEC for public disclosure, but it is not subject to the same liabilities and scrutiny under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 as formally 'filed' documents. However, it is still considered important information for investors.

This specific 8-K filing is focused solely on the announcement of financial results. It does not appear to disclose any new business developments, significant operational changes, or material agreements beyond the financial performance of the first quarter of 2009.