Conduent Inc - CNDT STOCK NEWS

Conduent Incorporated (Nasdaq: CNDT) has introduced the 2021 Food Insecurity Index on its Healthy Communities Institute platform, enhancing local government capabilities to address food insecurity.

This index aggregates various socio-economic indicators to pinpoint high-need areas, aiding over 530 counties in improving access to food assistance.

Currently, over 50 million Americans face potential food insecurity, which has been highlighted by a recent 15% increase in SNAP benefits, demonstrating the need for such targeted analytics.

Conduent Incorporated (Nasdaq: CNDT) has secured a contract with the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services to enhance Medicaid beneficiaries' access to their health information. This initiative will facilitate better healthcare decisions by allowing secure information exchange among payers, providers, and patients.

Additionally, the contract ensures compliance with the Interoperability and Patient Access Final Rule, aimed at improving healthcare data availability. This marks an expansion of Conduent's services in New Hampshire, where it has been a provider since 2013.

Conduent (Nasdaq: CNDT) has been recognized as a Top 15 Service & Technology Provider Standout by Information Services Group (ISG) for its annual contract value (ACV) growth over the past year. This inclusion in the ISG Index™ reflects Conduent's strong performance in the global technology and business services market. ISG's ranking is based on contract wins, case studies, and positive client feedback. CEO Cliff Skelton emphasized the company's commitment to delivering value through its advanced capabilities and service delivery.

Conduent (Nasdaq: CNDT) announced plans to replace its existing term loans maturing in 2022 and 2023 with a new $1.5 billion term loan due in 2028 and Senior Secured Notes due in 2029. Additionally, the company will establish a new revolving facility of $550 million. The financing is subject to change and will be offered privately to qualified institutional buyers. This restructuring aims to enhance Conduent's financial flexibility, enabling it to continue delivering critical services for businesses and government entities effectively.

Conduent Transportation has launched a contactless payment system for Brescia Mobilità's buses, enhancing public transport accessibility in Brescia, Italy. This initiative makes Brescia the first city in Italy to implement such a system across its entire bus fleet, which serves approximately 40 million passengers annually. The payment technology, already in use on the light metro transit since December 2019, allows users to pay with major credit cards and digital wallets. This partnership aims to modernize public transport services and improve rider experiences.

Conduent has been awarded a £128 million contract (approx. US $178 million) by the UK Department of Transport to implement an automated free-flow charging solution for the Dartford-Thurrock Crossing. This contract, spanning over 10 years, marks a significant expansion of Conduent's Road Usage Charging business in the UK and Europe. The project aims to improve self-service payment capabilities and enhance customer experience for approximately 165,000 daily users, while maintaining traffic safety and environmental standards.

Conduent (Nasdaq: CNDT) has been awarded a contract by the Med-QUEST Division of the Hawaii Department of Human Services to process claims for over 410,000 Medicaid beneficiaries. This contract extends Conduent's support since 2013 and will last up to four more years. Notably, Hawaii's Medicaid enrollment has surged by 25% since March 2020 due to COVID-19. Conduent processes approximately 155 million Medicaid claims annually across 14 states, demonstrating its significant role in government health services.

In Q1 2021, Conduent (NASDAQ: CNDT) reported revenue of $1,028 million, a decline of 2.2% year-over-year, despite strong performance in Government Payments. Adjusted EBITDA increased to $115 million with a margin of 11.2%, up 210 bps. New business signings reached $356 million, a 10% increase, while annual recurring revenue rose 67% to $95 million. The company revised its FY 2021 revenue guidance to $4,050M - $4,150M and adjusted free cash flow to about 20%. Notably, CFO Brian Webb-Walsh announced his departure, with Stephen Wood assuming the CFO role.

Conduent (CNDT) is set to report its first-quarter 2021 financial results on May 5, 2021, after market close. A conference call will take place at 4:15 p.m. ET, providing insights into the company’s performance. Conduent serves businesses and governments, automating workflows and enhancing operational efficiency. The company boasts significant achievements, including $16 billion in savings through medical bill reviews and up to 40% improvements in HR operations efficiency.