NASDAQ : CGNX

Cognex Corporation

$71.68 USD

$4.24 (6.29%)

Volume
1.3M
Average Volume
2.36M
Market Capitalization
$11.93B
P/E Ratio
83.35
Dividend Yield
0.47%
Price Target
$73.50
Year High
$72.88
Year Low
$34.60
Day High
—
Day Low
—
Payout Ratio
$0.39
Current Ratio
$3.55
Company Overview

NASDAQ

Matthew Moschner

Hardware, Equipment & Parts

Technology

CGNX

2745

US

USD

https://www.cognex.com

508 650 3000

192422103

0000851205

Liquidity Metrics

0.05

3.55

2.84

1.25

0.39

Sales & Valuation

$994.36M

11.40

8.07

49.48

1.45

Profitability

$0.68

$114.44M

13.62%

20.71%

9.56%

7.11%

P/E Metrics

83.35

3.38

3.38

Analyst Price Target & Rating

$73.50

$80.00

$62.00

Neutral

3/5

31 Analysts

-2.48%

Financial Health Scores

13.78

8/9

$483.64M

$2.01B

$526.65M

$216.76M

Key Metrics (TTM)

$11.06B

10.57

44.84

3.55

9.56%

7.06%

1.27%

2.15%

$13.08

149 days

Company Executives
Name Title
Carl W. Gerst Executive Vice President of Global Sales & Products
Dennis Fehr Senior Vice President of Finance & Chief Financial Officer
Robin Pratt Corporate Communications Contractor
Matthew Moschner President, Chief Executive Officer & Director
Laura Ann MacDonald Vice President of Finance, Corporate Controller & Interim Principal Acc Officer
Sheila DiPalma Executive Vice President of Employee Services & Chief Culture Officer
Robert J. Shillman Founder, Chairman Emeritus & Adviser
Mike Bowdoin Vice President of Operations
Greer Aviv Head of Investor Relations
Mark T. Fennell Vice President, Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary
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About Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ:CGNX) Stock

Cognex Corporation specializes in machine vision technology, offering solutions that interpret and process visual data to streamline and automate production and logistics operations globally. Their advanced vision systems enable the automated manufacturing and tracking of individual components or finished goods, such as mobile devices, pharmaceutical containers, and automotive parts. This is achieved by precisely locating, recognizing, examining, and gauging items throughout their journey from production to delivery. The company provides a comprehensive software portfolio, including VisionPro, a collection of patented tools for sophisticated development; QuickBuild, an intuitive platform enabling users to create vision applications via a graphical, flowchart interface; and its specialized ... deep learning vision software. Beyond software, their offerings encompass robust vision sensors for tasks like ensuring component presence and accurate sizing, alongside the versatile In-Sight series of integrated vision systems and sensors. These tools support a variety of critical inspection functions, such as pinpointing part locations, confirming identities, precise dimensioning, validating assembly, and guiding robotics. Another key product is DataMan, their line of image-based barcode readers and verification systems. Cognex serves a diverse clientele across various sectors, including consumer electronics, automotive manufacturing, general consumer goods, food and beverage processing, pharmaceuticals, and medical device production. Their products are distributed directly and through a global network of partners and system integrators. Established in 1981, Cognex Corporation maintains its headquarters in Natick, Massachusetts.

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2026-08-04 04:13:50

California State Teachers Retirement System lifted its stake in shares of Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ: CGNX) by 21.4% during the first quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 193,978 shares of the scientific and technical instruments company's stock after purchasing an additional 34,183 shares during

CGNX Gears Up to Report Q2 Earnings: What's in Store for the Stock?

2026-08-03 13:56:06

Cognex is set to report Q2'26 results on Aug. 5, with triple-digit revenue growth expected as AI adoption, end-market demand and productivity gains support performance.

Cognex to Present at the KeyBanc Technology Leadership Forum

2026-07-29 08:00:00

NATICK, Mass., July 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ: CGNX), the global technology leader in industrial machine vision, today announced that Dennis Fehr, Chief Financial Officer, is scheduled to participate in a fireside chat at the KeyBanc Technology Leadership Forum on Monday, August 10, 2026, at 9:30 a.m.

Cognex Corporation $CGNX Shares Sold by American Capital Management Inc.

2026-07-28 04:53:19

American Capital Management Inc. trimmed its stake in Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ: CGNX) by 25.5% during the first quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 271,533 shares of the scientific and technical instruments company's stock after selling 92,840 shares during the quarter. American Capital Management

Cognex Corporation $CGNX Shares Sold by Bank of New York Mellon Corp

2026-07-22 03:47:54

Bank of New York Mellon Corp cut its position in shares of Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ: CGNX) by 8.3% in the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 1,869,979 shares of the scientific and technical instruments company's stock after

Cognex Announces Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Release and Conference Call Dates

2026-07-16 08:00:00

NATICK, Mass., July 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ: CGNX), the global technology leader in industrial machine vision, will release earnings for the second quarter of 2026 on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, after market close.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current Cognex Corporation (CGNX) stock price?

Cognex Corporation(NASDAQ:CGNX) stock price is $71.68 in the last trading session. During the trading session, CGNX stock reached the peak price of $72.88 while $34.6 was the lowest point it dropped to. The percentage change in CGNX stock occurred in the recent session was 6.29% while the dollar amount for the price change in CGNX stock was $4.24.

CGNX's industry and sector of operation?

The NASDAQ listed CGNX is part of Hardware, Equipment & Parts industry that operates in the broader Technology sector.

Who are the executives of CGNX?

Carl W. Gerst | Executive Vice President of Global Sales & Products
Dennis Fehr | Senior Vice President of Finance & Chief Financial Officer
Robin Pratt | Corporate Communications Contractor
Matthew Moschner | President, Chief Executive Officer & Director
Laura Ann MacDonald | Vice President of Finance, Corporate Controller & Interim Principal Acc Officer

How many employees does CGNX have?

Number of CGNX employees currently stands at 2745. CGNX operates from One Vision Drive, Natick, MA 01760-2059, US.

Link for CGNX official website?

Official Website of CGNX is: https://www.cognex.com

How do I contact CGNX?

CGNX could be contacted at phone #508 650 3000 and can also be accessed through its website. CGNX operates from One Vision Drive, Natick, MA 01760-2059, US.

How many shares of CGNX are traded daily?

The average number of CGNX shares traded daily for last 3 months was 2.36M.

What is the market cap of CGNX currently?

The market value of CGNX currently stands at $11.93B with its latest stock price at $71.68