Cognex Corporation (CGNX)
NASDAQ: CGNXTechnologyScientific & Technical InstrumentsUSD
At close: Oct 7, 4:00 PM ET · Delayed 15 min
After hours: 61.12 -0.15%
CGNX stock chart
Technical analysisKey statistics
All statistics- Market cap
- $10.30B
- P/E (TTM)
- 58.86
- Forward P/E
- 30.19
- EPS (TTM)
- $1.04
- Dividend yield
- 0.55% ($0.335)
- Ex-dividend date
- Aug 20, 2026
- 52-week range
- 34.60 – 72.88
- Day range
- 60.05 – 64.96
- Volume / Avg
- 2.93M / 1.88M
- Beta
- —
- Shares outstanding
- 168.22M
- Next earnings
- Nov 4, 2026
52-week range
CGNX stock today
Cognex (CGNX) closed at $61.21 on Oct 7, down 7.75% (-$5.14), versus the S&P 500's 0.22% decline. At this level, CGNX sits in the middle of its 52-week range of $34.60 to $72.88: 16.0% below the high, set on Jun 30, 2026 and 76.9% above the low. CGNX is up 70.3% year to date, outperforming the S&P 500 (+14.0%). Over the past 12 months, the stock has gained 33.3%.
At 58.9x trailing earnings, Cognex trades above the peer-group median of 43.4x. Its forward P/E of 30.2x is lower than the trailing multiple, which means analysts expect earnings to rise over the next year. Cognex's next earnings report is expected on Nov 4, 2026. Cognex pays an annual dividend of $0.335 per share, a 0.55% yield at the current price.
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About Cognex
Company profileCognex Corporation provides machine vision products that capture and analyze visual information to automate manufacturing and distribution tasks in the United States, Europe, Greater China, and internationally. Its machine vision products are used to automate the manufacture and distribution of discrete items, such as mobile phones, automotive components, and e-commerce packages, by locating, identifying, inspecting, and measuring them. The company offers VisionPro software, a suite of patented vision tools for traditional rule-based tools and deep learning-enabled tools for advanced programming; vision systems that combine smart cameras and software to perform a wide range of tasks, including part location, identification, measurement, assembly verification, and robotic guidance; OneVision, a cloud-based platform designed to transform how manufacturers build, train, and scale AI-powered vision applications; In-Sight product line of vision systems and sensors; QuickBuild, which allows customers to build vision applications with a graphical and flowchart-based programming interface; DataMan, an image-based barcode reader for fixed-mount and handheld models, as well as barcode verifiers; and vision accessories, such as industrial cameras, lenses, lighting, vision controllers, frame grabbers, and I/O cards.
- Sector
- Technology
- Industry
- Scientific & Technical Instruments
- CEO
- Mr. Matthew Moschner
- Headquarters
- Natick, MA
- Employees
- 2,745
- IPO year
- 1989
- Website
- cognex.com
Financial highlights
Full financialsIn fiscal 2025, Cognex generated $994.4 million in revenue, up 8.7% from fiscal 2024, its 2nd consecutive year of revenue growth. Net income was $114.4 million (+7.8% year over year), for a net margin of 11.5% versus a median of 21.4% in the prior 5 years. Gross margin was 66.9% (down from 68.4%) and operating margin 16.3%.
| Fiscal year | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $994.36M | $914.51M | $837.55M | $1.01B | $1.04B |
| Growth | +8.73% | +9.19% | -16.75% | -2.99% | +27.88% |
| Net income | $114.44M | $106.17M | $113.23M | $215.53M | $279.88M |
| EPS (diluted) | $0.68 | $0.62 | $0.65 | $1.23 | $1.56 |
Analyst forecast
ForecastConsensus (20 analysts)
buy
Avg. price target
$79.11+29.24%
- Strong buy 5
- Buy 9
- Hold 6
- Sell 0
- Strong sell 0
Target range
Ratings and targets reflect third-party analyst opinions, not MetaCap recommendations.
Earnings
Earnings history- Next report
- Nov 4, 2026
- EPS estimate
- $0.51
- Last reported (Q2 2026)
- Aug 6, 2026
- EPS actual vs est.
- $0.43 vs —
Dividends
Dividend history- Annual dividend
- $0.335
- Dividend yield
- 0.55%
- Last payment
- $0.085
- Ex-dividend date
- Aug 20, 2026
CGNX news
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Technology sector| Company | Price | % Chg | Market cap | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRMBTrimble Inc. | 60.06 | -1.46% | $14.00B | vs CGNX |
| ESEESCO Technologies Inc. | 256.90 | -4.22% | $6.66B | vs CGNX |
| STSensata Technologies Holding plc | 42.37 | -3.53% | $6.17B | vs CGNX |
| NOVTNovanta Inc. | 143.64 | -3.66% | $5.43B | vs CGNX |
| FTVFortive Corporation | 56.52 | -2.37% | $17.07B | vs CGNX |
| VNTVontier Corporation | 32.27 | -1.74% | $4.36B | vs CGNX |
| MKSIMKS Inc. | 273.15 | -2.94% | $18.47B | vs CGNX |
| ITRIItron Inc. | 85.58 | -3.18% | $3.75B | vs CGNX |
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Cognex stock FAQ
What is Cognex's stock price today?
CGNX last traded at $61.21 as of Oct 7, 4:00 PM EDT, down 7.75% on the day. Prices are delayed at least 15 minutes.
Does Cognex pay a dividend?
Yes. Cognex pays $0.335 per share annually, a 0.55% yield. The most recent dividend of $0.085 had an ex-dividend date of Aug 20, 2026.
When is Cognex's next earnings date?
Cognex is expected to report earnings on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. Analysts expect EPS of $0.51.
What is CGNX's P/E ratio?
CGNX trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 58.86 and a forward P/E of 30.19, compared with a median of 43.4 for its closest peers.
Who is Cognex's CEO?
Mr. Matthew Moschner is the chief executive officer of Cognex Corporation, which has about 2,745 employees.
Has CGNX ever split its stock?
Yes. The most recent CGNX stock split was a 2-for-1 split on Dec 4, 2017, one of 5 splits on record.
What is the CGNX 52-week high?
The 52-week high for CGNX is $72.88 and the 52-week low is $34.60. The stock is currently 16.0% below its high.