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 November 2026 at $71.27, up 4.12% for the month and +97.48% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, CNC is +73.20%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading +26.00% versus its 200-day moving average ($56.56), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, CNC has underperformed the S&P 500 by −72.58%, with a relative strength index reading of 57.6.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 61.5% — 24 positive months versus 15 negative months.
Centene Corporation ended November 2026 at $71.27, posting a monthly return of +4.12%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +4.30%.
The current quarter stands at +14.73% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +26.00% versus the 200-day moving average ($56.56).
Year-to-date, CNC is +73.20% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of +62.57%. The stock is currently −8.71% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −68.65%.
| Period | CNC | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +1.42% | −0.36% | +1.79% |
| 1 Week | +2.19% | +2.59% | −0.40% |
| 1 Month | +4.12% | −0.18% | +4.30% |
| 3 Months | +10.65% | −2.37% | +13.02% |
| 6 Months | +21.41% | +0.83% | +20.59% |
| YTD | +73.20% | +10.62% | +62.57% |
| 12 Months | +97.48% | +12.25% | +85.23% |
| 3 Years | −1.21% | +71.37% | −72.58% |
| 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 | Feb 2025 | −9.17% |
| #5 | Jun 2024 | −7.39% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | −34.27% |
| Q4 2025 | +15.33% |
| Q1 2026 | −20.44% |
| Q2 2026 | +96.06% |
| Q3 2026 | −3.22% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +14.73% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | −9.51% |
| 2024 | −18.37% |
| 2025 | −32.07% |
| 2026 | +73.20% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $78.07 (2026-11-05) |
| 52-Week Low | $31.63 (2026-03-30) |
| Current Price | $71.27 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $56.56 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +26.00% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −68.65% (2025-08-06) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −8.71% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 57.6 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −72.58% |
| RS Peak | 101.8 (Jan 2024) |
| RS Trough | 24.2 (Aug 2025) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was CNC's return for this report period?
CNC returned +4.12% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has CNC outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD CNC: +73.20% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is CNC's 12-month return?
+97.48% over the trailing 12 months.
Is CNC above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +26.00% versus 200DMA ($56.56).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−68.65% on 2025-08-06.