Cognex Corporation(CGNX)
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Reward48Moderate
Risk28Low
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CGNX
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USD · NASDAQ
Cognex Corporation | Technology
Defensive Anchor
Market Cap:9.36Bn
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Reward Rating
48
Moderate
Bottom 25% (model universe)
75% data coverage
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Risk Rating
28
Low
Risk Assessment
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Market Performance

Stock returned +10.0% over the past year, broadly in line with market conditions.

Analyst Target

Analyst consensus price target: $65.35.

What is Cognex Corporation?

Cognex 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.

CGNX · Verdict

Moderate reward · low risk

CGNX stands out on balance sheet and cash flow, but watch the volatility signal.

Based on 88% data coverage

CGNX · Verdict

What’s working & what to watch

Strengths 3

  • Balance sheet100/100

    Current ratio 3.80

  • Cash flow85/100

    24% free-cash-flow margin

  • Profitability69/100

    12% net margin · 8% ROE

Watchouts 3

  • Volatility20/100

    Weak vs peers

  • Valuation38/100

    P/E 29.5× · PEG 1.85

  • Growth41/100

    Rev -0.4% CAGR · earnings -19.0%

Model-based scoring. For information only — not financial advice.

What is Cognex Corporation?

Cognex 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 is listed on the NASDAQ in USA, operating in the Technology sector, with a market capitalisation of 9.36B, and a P/E ratio of 83.0x.

Financial Highlights

Investment Breakdown

📈 Growth
Moderate growth momentum — positive trajectory without breakout acceleration.
💰 Profitability
Adequate profitability with some margin variability in recent periods.
⚠️ Risk
Below-average volatility supports a steadier risk profile.
💸 Valuation
Premium valuation reflects strong growth expectations already priced in.

OpenBook Logo Analysis

Reward: Moderate (48)

The scoring profile indicates limited reward potential at this time, with profitability and momentum offering the most support. Risk indicators are low, suggesting a relatively contained downside profile.

For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

Company Information
SectorTechnology
Market Cap9.36B
P/E Ratio83.0441
Dividend Yield0.58%
52 Week High59.88
52 Week Low22.5223
Last AnnualDecember
IPO Date7/20/1989
IncorporatedUSA
Shares Outstanding166M
No. of Employees2,745
IndustryScientific & Technical Instruments
ExchangeNASDAQ
Beta1.534
CurrencyUSD