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CENTENE CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 27, 2020)

Filed October 27, 2020For Securities:CNC

Summary

Centene Corporation (CNC) filed an 8-K on October 27, 2020, to announce its third-quarter financial results for the period ending September 30, 2020. This filing primarily serves as a vehicle to furnish a press release (Exhibit 99.1) containing the detailed financial and operational outcomes for the quarter. Investors should note that the information in this 8-K, including the press release, is furnished and not deemed "filed" for regulatory purposes, meaning it's not subject to the same liabilities under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, although it can be incorporated by reference into other filings if explicitly stated. The core of this report is the financial performance and condition as presented in the press release. While specific figures are not detailed within the 8-K text itself, the filing indicates that key metrics such as revenue, earnings, and other operational results for the third quarter of 2020 are being disclosed. Investors looking for in-depth analysis of Centene's performance, including year-over-year comparisons, guidance updates, and segment performance, should refer directly to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) furnished with this 8-K.

Key Highlights

  • 1Centene Corporation announced its third-quarter financial results for the period ending September 30, 2020, via an 8-K filing on October 27, 2020.
  • 2The 8-K filing incorporates by reference a press release (Exhibit 99.1) containing the company's financial results.
  • 3The information provided in the 8-K and its accompanying press release is furnished, not filed, meaning it does not carry the same regulatory liabilities under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • 4Investors need to consult Exhibit 99.1 (the press release) for specific financial details of the third quarter.
  • 5The filing indicates that the company is disclosing its financial condition and results of operations for the third quarter.
  • 6No forward-looking statements or specific financial metrics are detailed within the 8-K text itself, directing readers to the press release for such information.

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, 2020, through an accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1).

The specific financial numbers, including revenue, earnings, and other key performance indicators for the third quarter, are detailed in the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

No, the information contained in this 8-K and its attached press release is considered 'furnished,' not 'filed.' This means it is not subject to the liabilities under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, although it may be incorporated into other SEC filings by reference.

The 8-K filing itself does not contain specific forward-looking statements or updated financial guidance. Investors should look for such information within the press release (Exhibit 99.1) that is furnished with this report.