CNC monthly performance report
Explore CNC's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
CNC monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Centene Corporation (CNC) closed September 2026 at $65.11, up 1.20% for the month and +102.39% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, CNC is +58.23%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.70% YTD.
- The stock is trading +27.35% versus its 200-day moving average ($51.13), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, CNC has underperformed the S&P 500 by −75.75%, with a relative strength index reading of 55.9.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 61.5% — 24 positive months versus 15 negative months.
Centene Corporation ended September 2026 at $65.11, posting a monthly return of +1.20%. The S&P 500 returned −0.70% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +1.90%.
The current quarter stands at +1.43% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +27.35% versus the 200-day moving average ($51.13).
Year-to-date, CNC is +58.23% against SPY +11.70%, a gap of +46.53%. The stock is currently −6.49% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −68.65%.
| Period | CNC | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −2.97% | −0.12% | −2.85% |
| 1 Week | −1.97% | −0.34% | −1.63% |
| 1 Month | +1.20% | −0.70% | +1.90% |
| 3 Months | +6.06% | +2.80% | +3.26% |
| 6 Months | +89.00% | +13.85% | +75.15% |
| YTD | +58.23% | +11.70% | +46.53% |
| 12 Months | +102.39% | +15.01% | +87.38% |
| 3 Years | −4.05% | +71.69% | −75.75% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Apr 2026 | +63.99% |
| #2 | Sep 2025 | +22.87% |
| #3 | Jul 2024 | +16.02% |
| #4 | Sep 2023 | +11.73% |
| #5 | Aug 2025 | +11.39% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jul 2025 | −51.97% |
| #2 | Mar 2026 | −27.05% |
| #3 | Oct 2024 | −17.30% |
| #4 | Aug 2023 | −9.46% |
| #5 | Feb 2025 | −9.17% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | −10.59% |
| Q3 2025 | −34.27% |
| Q4 2025 | +15.33% |
| Q1 2026 | −20.44% |
| Q2 2026 | +96.06% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | +1.43% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | −9.51% |
| 2024 | −18.37% |
| 2025 | −32.07% |
| 2026 | +58.23% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $69.63 (2026-09-14) |
| 52-Week Low | $31.63 (2026-03-30) |
| Current Price | $65.11 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $51.13 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +27.35% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −68.65% (2025-08-06) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −6.49% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 55.9 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −75.75% |
| RS Peak | 111.6 (Oct 2023) |
| RS Trough | 26 (Aug 2025) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was CNC's return for this report period?
CNC returned +1.20% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-18.
Has CNC outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD CNC: +58.23% vs SPY: +11.70%.
What is CNC's 12-month return?
+102.39% over the trailing 12 months.
Is CNC above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +27.35% versus 200DMA ($51.13).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−68.65% on 2025-08-06.