Cencora, Inc. Common Stock (COR)

In the complex, high-stakes machinery of the American healthcare system, few companies are as indispensable—yet as quietly influential—as McKesson Corporation (NYSE: MCK). As of March 18, 2026, McKesson stands not merely as a distributor of pills and medical supplies, but as a sophisticated healthcare services platform that has successfully pivoted from low-margin logistics to high-value [...]

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Cencora, Inc. (NYSE: COR) today announced that James F. Cleary will retire as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer effective June 30, 2026. Cencora has engaged an executive search firm to identify and evaluate potential successors from internal and external candidates. Mr. Cleary will assist in the search process and will serve in an advisory capacity through the end of 2026 to help ensure a smooth transition.

The latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau, released in late February 2026, suggests a surprising degree of resilience within the American supply chain. Wholesale inventories for December 2025 rose by a modest 0.2%, reaching a total of $918.0 billion. This figure, which aligns perfectly with analyst

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Cencora (NYSE: COR) and Covetrus, a global animal health technology and services company, today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Covetrus and MWI Animal Health (MWI) will merge, creating a combined company offering a comprehensive animal health platform.

A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after a softer-than-expected inflation report fueled hopes for interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. The January Consumer Price Index (CPI), a key measure of inflation, rose by 0.2%, which was less than economists had forecast, with the annual rate cooling to 2.4%. This encouraging data increased market expectations for the Fed to begin cutting interest rates as early as June. The news prompted a rally in Treasuries as their yields fell. While the market's reaction was initially described as a "bumpy ride" due to concerns in other sectors, the favorable inflation data ultimately helped calm Wall Street. Lower inflation is a key prerequisite for the central bank to ease its monetary policy, which is generally supportive of stock valuations.

Cencora, Inc. (NYSE: COR) today announced the closing of its public offering of $500 million aggregate principal amount of its 3.950% Senior Notes due February 13, 2029 (the “2029 Notes”), $500 million aggregate principal amount of its 4.250% Senior Notes due November 15, 2030 (the “2030 Notes”), $500 million aggregate principal amount of its 4.600% Senior Notes due February 13, 2033 (the “2033 Notes”), $1.0 billion aggregate principal amount of its 4.900% Senior Notes due February 13, 2036 (the “2036 Notes”) and $500 million aggregate principal amount of its 5.650% Senior Notes due February 13, 2056 (the “2056 Notes” and, together with the 2029 Notes, the 2030 Notes, the 2033 Notes and the 2036 Notes, the “Notes”), in an underwritten registered public offering. The offering was made pursuant to an effective shelf registration statement Cencora filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on November 26, 2024.

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Cencora's fourth quarter was marked by a negative market reaction, as revenue missed Wall Street’s expectations despite year-over-year growth. Management attributed performance to continued growth in its U.S. healthcare solutions, particularly specialty pharmaceuticals and new contributions from recent acquisitions. CEO Robert Mauch emphasized the impact of enhanced operational capabilities and highlighted the integration of Retina Consultants of America (RCA) and the completion of the OneOncology acquisition as pivotal to driving both revenue and operating income growth. The quarter was also shaped by strong sales of GLP-1 medications and the company’s ongoing focus on supporting specialty care providers.

Cencora, Inc. (NYSE: COR) today announced that it priced $500 million aggregate principal amount of its 3.950% Senior Notes due February 13, 2029 (the “2029 Notes”), $500 million aggregate principal amount of its 4.250% Senior Notes due November 15, 2030 (the “2030 Notes”), $500 million aggregate principal amount of its 4.600% Senior Notes due February 13, 2033 (the “2033 Notes”), $1.0 billion aggregate principal amount of its 4.900% Senior Notes due February 13, 2036 (the “2036 Notes”) and $500 million aggregate principal amount of its 5.650% Senior Notes due February 13, 2056 (the “2056 Notes” and, together with the 2029 Notes, the 2030 Notes, the 2033 Notes and the 2036 Notes, the “Notes”), in an underwritten registered public offering. The offering is being made pursuant to an effective shelf registration statement Cencora filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on November 26, 2024. The offering is expected to close on February 13, 2026, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions. Cencora intends to use the net proceeds from the offering to repay amounts outstanding under Cencora’s 364-Day Term Credit Agreement, dated as of January 12, 2026, which was used to fund a portion Cencora’s acquisition of OneOncology, and, to the extent any proceeds remain, for general corporate purposes.

McKesson Corporation (NYSE: MCK) stands today as the undisputed titan of the U.S. pharmaceutical supply chain. While the company has long been a staple of the Fortune 500, its relevance has surged in early 2026 as it navigates a complex landscape of drug shortages, revolutionary new therapies, and a massive internal restructuring. The company is [...]

Shares of healthcare distributor Cencora (NYSE:COR) jumped 7.1% in the afternoon session after the company reported first-quarter results that beat profit expectations and raised its full-year guidance. 

Healthcare distributor Cencora (NYSE:COR) fell short of the market’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, but sales rose 5.5% year on year to $85.93 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $4.08 per share was 1% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Cencora (COR) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Healthcare distributor Cencora (NYSE:COR) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, but sales rose 5.5% year on year to $85.93 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $4.08 per share was 1% above analysts’ consensus estimates.