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Cognex (CGNX)
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CGNX Stock Chart & Stats
$47.29
-$0.17(-0.45%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$47.29
-$0.17(-0.45%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$22.67 - $49.76
Previous CloseN/A
Volume296.16K
Average Volume (3M)1.82M
Market Cap
$7.94B
Enterprise Value$5.16B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$228.20M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$83.19M
Price to Earnings (P/E)66.2
Beta1.30
Next Earnings
Feb 12, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Last Dividend Ex-Date
Aug 14, 2025Dividend Yield0.68%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.33
Shares Outstanding167,899,020
10 Day Avg. Volume1,562,538
30 Day Avg. Volume1,816,881
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 Cap0.65
Enterprise Value/Revenue5.55
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit8.19
Enterprise Value/Ebitda31.05
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$47.64Price Target Upside0.74% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering11
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
AI InnovationCognex is entering a new chapter defined by AI-enabled vision systems and end market diversification into packaging, healthcare, and factory automation.
Customer 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.
Bears Say
Competitive PressuresThere 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.
Market CompetitionNear-term risks, including reliance on large logistics customers and intensifying competition from China, limit conviction for 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’s price range in the past 12 months?
Cognex lowest stock price was $22.67 and its highest was $49.76 in the past 12 months.
What is Cognex’s market cap?
Cognex’s market cap is $7.94B.
When is Cognex’s upcoming earnings report date?
Cognex’s upcoming earnings report date is Feb 12, 2026 which is in 106 days.
How were Cognex’s earnings last quarter?
Cognex released its earnings results on Oct 29, 2025. The company reported $0.33 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.29 by $0.04.
Is Cognex overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Cognex’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Cognex pay dividends?
Cognex pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.08 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.68%. See more information on Cognex dividends here
What is Cognex’s EPS estimate?
Cognex’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Cognex have?
Cognex has 167,899,020 shares outstanding.
What happened to Cognex’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Cognex reported an EPS of $0.33 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.29. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.737%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Cognex?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CGNX
Cognex Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$47.64 (0.74% Upside)
$47.64 (0.74% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
CGNX Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 69%
Sector Average 69%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 91.2K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 0.4%
Last 30 Days ▲ 5.4%
Last 30 Days ▲ 5.4%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
21.62%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
8.10%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-0.03%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Cognex
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
$47.64
▲(0.74% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
0.28% Insiders
20.41% Mutual Funds
1.08% Other Institutional Investors
53.61% Public Companies and Individual Investors