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CENTENE CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 26, 2010)

Filed October 26, 2010For Securities:CNC

Summary

Centene Corporation (CNC) has filed an 8-K report on October 26, 2010, to announce its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2010. This report primarily consists of a press release, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1. Investors should note that the information provided in this 8-K and its exhibit is furnished, not filed, and therefore is not subject to the liabilities of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means it does not carry the same legal implications as formally filed information and is not automatically incorporated by reference into other SEC filings unless explicitly stated. While the specific financial details are contained within the press release (Exhibit 99.1), the filing itself serves as notification of the results' release. Investors seeking detailed insights into Centene's performance for the third quarter of 2010, including key metrics like revenue, earnings per share, and any forward-looking guidance, will need to refer to the attached press release. The report does not provide any new material information beyond announcing the availability of these results.

Key Highlights

  • 1Centene Corporation (CNC) announced its third quarter 2010 financial results on October 26, 2010.
  • 2The announcement was made via a press release, filed as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K report.
  • 3The information is furnished, not filed, under SEC regulations, limiting its liability under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • 4The filing serves as a notification of the earnings release; detailed financial data is in the accompanying press release.
  • 5Investors must consult Exhibit 99.1 for specific quarterly financial performance and operational details.
  • 6This 8-K filing does not incorporate by reference into other CNC filings unless specifically noted.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and provide access to Centene Corporation's financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2010, through an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).

The specific financial details, including revenue, earnings, and other key performance indicators for the third quarter ended September 30, 2010, are contained within the press release filed as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K report.

No, the information in this 8-K and its exhibit is furnished, not filed. This means it is not subject to the liabilities of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, implying a lower level of legal accountability compared to formally filed documents.

No, the information contained in this Form 8-K and Exhibit 99.1 will not be deemed incorporated by reference into any other filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, unless Centene Corporation expressly states so in a specific filing.