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Cognex Corp (CGNX)
NASDAQ:CGNX
CGNX Stock Chart & Stats
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$22.67 - $45.23
Previous CloseN/A
Volume296.16K
Average Volume (3M)2.06M
Market Cap
$7.41B
Enterprise Value$5.16B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$228.20M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$83.19M
Price to Earnings (P/E)61.8
Beta1.20
Next Earnings
Oct 29, 2025EPS Estimate
0.28Last Dividend Ex-Date
Aug 14, 2025Dividend Yield0.72%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.25
Shares Outstanding167,899,020
10 Day Avg. Volume1,837,480
30 Day Avg. Volume2,063,002
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 Cap0.70
Enterprise Value/Revenue5.55
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit8.19
Enterprise Value/Ebitda31.05
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$46.18Price Target Upside4.39% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering11
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Customer Base ExpansionCognex aims to double its customer base in the next five years by expanding from barcode reading into broader vision applications.
Financial PerformanceShares strongly outperformed after posting a modest 2Q beat and stronger-than-expected 3Q25 guide ranges for both revenue and EBITDA.
Market OpportunitiesCognex is entering a new chapter defined by AI-enabled vision systems and end market diversification into packaging, healthcare, and factory automation.
Bears Say
CompetitionNear-term risks, including reliance on large logistics customers and intensifying competition from China, limit conviction for multiple expansion at the current valuation.
Market ChallengesThere are still more fundamental hurdles longer term that need to be considered - things like rising competition, AI making PC-based vision a more viable alternative, overall market penetration at the high end of the market.
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 $45.23 in the past 12 months.
What is Cognex Corp’s market cap?
Cognex Corp’s market cap is $7.41B.
When is Cognex Corp’s upcoming earnings report date?
Cognex Corp’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 29, 2025 which is in 41 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 0.72%. See more information on Cognex Corp dividends here
What is Cognex Corp’s EPS estimate?
Cognex Corp’s EPS estimate is 0.28.
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:
$46.18 (4.39% Upside)
$46.18 (4.39% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
CGNX Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 68%
Sector Average 68%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 91.2K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 1.1%
Last 30 Days ▲ 5.7%
Last 30 Days ▲ 5.7%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 59%
Bearish news 100%
Bearish news 100%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
15.19%
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
$46.18
▲(4.39% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
0.28% Insiders
20.30% Mutual Funds
24.07% Other Institutional Investors
30.63% Public Companies and Individual Investors