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CENTENE CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 9, 2010)

Filed February 9, 2010For Securities:CNC

Summary

Centene Corporation (CNC) filed an 8-K on February 9, 2010, to report its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2009. The key information is contained within the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1, which provides details on the company's operational and financial performance. Investors should review this press release for specific figures related to earnings, revenue, and other key financial metrics. This filing serves as a notification to the market of these results and ensures compliance with SEC reporting requirements. It's important to note that the information furnished in this 8-K and its exhibit are not deemed 'filed' for certain regulatory purposes, meaning they do not carry the same liabilities under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. However, they are crucial for understanding Centene's financial standing at the close of 2009.

Key Highlights

  • 1Centene Corporation (CNC) announced its Q4 and full-year 2009 financial results on February 9, 2010.
  • 2The official announcement was made via a press release, Exhibit 99.1, attached to the 8-K filing.
  • 3Investors are directed to the press release for detailed financial performance data for the periods ending December 31, 2009.
  • 4The filing serves as an update on the company's operational and financial condition.
  • 5Information provided is furnished and not formally 'filed' under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • 6The content is not incorporated by reference into other SEC filings unless specifically stated.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing by Centene Corporation is to publicly announce its financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year ended December 31, 2009.

The detailed financial results are provided in the press release included as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors should refer to this exhibit for specific financial figures.

Yes, the information in this Form 8-K and its exhibit are furnished and not considered 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means they are not subject to the liabilities of that section, though they are still important for investors to review.

No, the information in this filing and its exhibit will not be automatically incorporated by reference into other filings under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, unless Centene specifically references it in such a filing.