CNC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CNC - Centene Corporation
$63.14
-0.54 (-0.85%)
▼
5d:
-0.41%
30d:
+9.3%
90d:
+92.44%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 28, 2026
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Strength: 6.1/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CNC trades at premium valuation expecting 5.2% growth. Hold existing positions but don't chase. Wait for better entry.
📊 HOLD: CNC trades at premium valuation expecting 5.2% growth. Hold existing positions but don't chase. Wait for better entry.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$105.85
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$65.72
3.9% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 12.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CNC is currently trading at $63.14, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $58.56 to $63.79. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 14.2) compared to its historical average (12.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 5.2% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CNC is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $59.90, while resistance sits at $66.55.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CNC is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $59.90, while resistance sits at $66.55.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$58.56 -
$63.79
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
59.5%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($61.35)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 5.2% growth which is achievable
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$58.56 -
$63.79
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$59.90
Resistance Level
$66.55
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.17
Wall Street Target
$61.35
(-2.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
5.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
18.3%
Profit Margin
-3.6%
Valuation Premium vs History
+5.2% premium
PE vs Historical
14.2 vs 12.2
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+5.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$66.42
(+5%)
2-Year Target
$69.88
(+11%)
3-Year Target
$73.51
(+16%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14→12)
PE COMPRESSION
$63.28
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 26.7%)
$197.18
(+212%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.2, Growth: 26.7%)
$128.30
(+103%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.0, Growth: 26.7%)
$109.06
(+73%)
Share & Embed Analysis
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1
Buys
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Sells
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Net
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