Centene (CNC) Stock Jumps on Baird Upgrade: What December 11, 2025 Means for the Outlook and Forecasts
Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) has snapped back into the spotlight. On December 11, 2025, Centene stock surged above $40 after Robert W. Baird lifted its price target from $28 to $36 while maintaining a neutral rating. The move added to a sharp multi-week rebound following a brutal summer of guidance cuts, goodwill impairments and a rare quarterly loss. MarketBeat+1 At Thursday’s close, CNC traded around $40.73, up roughly 5.3% on the day, with an intraday high near $40.90. MarketBeat That rally puts shares about 62% above their 52‑week low of $25.08, but still roughly 39% below the 52‑week high of