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Cognex Corp (CGNX)
NASDAQ:CGNX
CGNX Stock Chart & Stats
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$22.67 - $47.52
Previous CloseN/A
Volume296.16K
Average Volume (3M)1.91M
Market Cap
$7.87B
Enterprise Value$5.16B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$228.20M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$83.19M
Price to Earnings (P/E)65.6
Beta1.22
Next Earnings
Oct 29, 2025EPS Estimate
0.29Last Dividend Ex-Date
Aug 14, 2025Dividend Yield0.7%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.25
Shares Outstanding167,899,020
10 Day Avg. Volume1,545,400
30 Day Avg. Volume1,907,187
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG RatioN/A
Price to Book (P/B)N/A
Price to Sales (P/S)N/A
P/FCF RatioN/A
Enterprise Value/Market Cap0.66
Enterprise Value/Revenue5.55
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit8.19
Enterprise Value/Ebitda31.05
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$47.77Price Target Upside3.96% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering13
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Financial PerformanceShares strongly outperformed after posting a modest 2Q beat and stronger-than-expected 3Q25 guide ranges for both revenue and EBITDA.
Growth OpportunitiesCognex aims to double its customer base in the next five years by expanding from barcode reading into broader vision applications, with healthcare, packaging, and factory automation representing growth opportunities.
Bears Say
Market CompetitionNear-term risks, including reliance on large logistics customers and intensifying competition from China, limit confidence in multiple expansion at the current valuation.
Valuation ConcernsCognex trades at a premium to U.S. industrial technology peers, with a valuation that already embeds a measure of AI-driven optimism, presenting ongoing headwinds.
Cognex News
CGNX FAQ
What was Cognex Corp’s price range in the past 12 months?
Cognex Corp lowest stock price was $22.67 and its highest was $47.52 in the past 12 months.
What is Cognex Corp’s market cap?
Cognex Corp’s market cap is $7.87B.
When is Cognex Corp’s upcoming earnings report date?
Cognex Corp’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 29, 2025 which is in 20 days.
How were Cognex Corp’s earnings last quarter?
Cognex Corp released its earnings results on Jul 31, 2025. The company reported $0.25 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.239 by $0.011.
Is Cognex Corp overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Cognex Corp’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Cognex Corp pay dividends?
Cognex Corp pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.08 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.7%. See more information on Cognex Corp dividends here
What is Cognex Corp’s EPS estimate?
Cognex Corp’s EPS estimate is 0.29.
How many shares outstanding does Cognex Corp have?
Cognex Corp has 167,899,020 shares outstanding.
What happened to Cognex Corp’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Cognex Corp reported an EPS of $0.25 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.239. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.737%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Cognex Corp?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CGNX
Cognex Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$47.77 (3.96% Upside)
$47.77 (3.96% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
CGNX Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 67%
Sector Average 67%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 91.2K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 0.4%
Last 30 Days ▲ 3.0%
Last 30 Days ▲ 3.0%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 99%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
17.46%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
8.10%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-0.03%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Cognex Corp
Cognex Corporation (CGNX) is a leading provider of machine vision systems and software used in manufacturing and automation processes. The company operates primarily in the industrial automation sector, offering products that enable manufacturers to improve quality, reduce costs, and enhance productivity. Cognex's core offerings include vision systems, vision sensors, and barcode readers, which are employed in various applications such as product inspection, identification, and guidance in production lines across multiple industries, including automotive, electronics, consumer goods, and pharmaceuticals.
CGNX Company Deck
CGNX Earnings Call
Q2 2025
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call reflects a balanced view with strong financial performance in adjusted EBITDA, free cash flow, and growth in key segments like consumer electronics and packaging. However, challenges persist in the Greater China, automotive, and semiconductor markets, impacting revenue and gross margins.View all CGNX earnings summariesCGNX Revenue Breakdown
39.45% Americas
26.35% Europe
19.59% Greater China
14.61% Other Asia
CGNX Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$47.77
▲(3.96% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
0.28% Insiders
20.30% Mutual Funds
24.07% Other Institutional Investors
30.63% Public Companies and Individual Investors