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CENTENE CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Apr 27, 2010)

Filed April 27, 2010For Securities:CNC

Summary

Centene Corporation (CNC) filed an 8-K on April 27, 2010, primarily to report its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2010. The key information is contained within an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1). Investors should note that while this information is being disclosed, it is furnished rather than filed, meaning it is not subject to the same liabilities under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 as other filed information. This distinction is important for understanding the legal implications of the disclosed data. The press release itself is expected to contain detailed figures on revenue, earnings, and other operational metrics for the first quarter of 2010, providing investors with an update on the company's performance during that period.

Key Highlights

  • 1Centene Corporation announced its first quarter 2010 financial results on April 27, 2010.
  • 2The results are detailed in a press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K filing.
  • 3The filing serves to officially disseminate the Q1 2010 earnings announcement.
  • 4Information provided in this 8-K and its exhibit is furnished, not filed, under SEC regulations.
  • 5Furnished information is not subject to Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 liabilities.
  • 6Investors should refer to the attached press release for specific financial performance details of Q1 2010.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly announce and provide Centene Corporation's financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2010, through an attached press release.

The detailed financial results for the first quarter of 2010 are located in the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

Information that is 'furnished' is provided to the SEC but is not subject to the same legal liabilities under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 as information that is 'filed.' This means the company has less legal exposure regarding the accuracy of furnished information compared to filed information.

This filing (Item 2.02 and 9.01) primarily reports historical financial results. Any forward-looking statements, guidance, or outlook would be contained within the press release (Exhibit 99.1) and should be reviewed carefully for specific details and disclaimers.