The Panic-Proof Portfolio (Stockchase Research)CenteneCNCTOP PICKJan 25, 2024
Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly
CNC provides healthcare to under-insured families and military personnel in the US. Healthcare is a sector expected to grow for years to come as the population ages. It trades at 1.6x book and 17x earnings. Cash reserves are growing as stock is aggressively bought back and debt is retired. We recommend placing a stop-loss at $63, looking to achieve $88 -- upside potential of 20%. Yield 0%
About as cheap as it's been in the last 5 years at 1.25x book. FMV is 93% above current price. Earnings and FMV continue to rise. A good buying opportunity.
His favourite health insurer. CNC mostly manages government health plans, so it will benefit huge from any expansion of medicare. It down modestly from its high, but this boasts an ultra-low 14x earnings. Meanwhile, their acquisitions are working well and they're buying back lots of shares.
CNC provides healthcare to under-insured families and military personnel in the US. Healthcare is a sector expected to grow for years to come as the population ages. It trades at 1.6x book and 17x earnings. Cash reserves are growing as stock is aggressively bought back and debt is retired. We recommend placing a stop-loss at $63, looking to achieve $88 -- upside potential of 20%. Yield 0%
(Analysts’ price target is $88.33)