Cognex (CGNX) Stock
Machine vision and barcode reader specialist for factories. Here's the price, business snapshot, and what's worth knowing about Cognex in September 2026.
Cognex Corporation (CGNX) is a specialist in machine-vision systems and industrial barcode readers used to automate inspection, guidance and identification tasks across factories and logistics centres. Investors should know Cognex sells cameras, sensors and software that help manufacturers improve quality control, increase throughput and reduce labour costs. Revenue tends to track capital spending in manufacturing and logistics, so sales can be cyclical. The company’s market cap is about $8.10 billion, and its performance depends on adoption of automation, competition from other vision and software providers, and the pace of global industrial activity. Key attractions are exposure to ongoing automation trends and potential efficiency gains for customers; key risks include demand cyclicality, pricing pressure and execution on product development. This is general educational information, not investment advice—individual suitability depends on your objectives, timeframe and risk tolerance, and past performance is no guarantee of future returns.
Cognex (CGNX) Stock Forecast
Analyst price target, next 12 months
$65.00
+10.5% vs today's $58.85
Price range over the last 12 months
In the middle of its 12-month range
Analysts covering Cognex have a consensus 12-month target of $65.00, above the current price of $58.85.
Analyst targets are opinions, not guarantees. Capital at risk. Data as of 24 Sep 2026.
Source: Analyst sentiment is provided by Refinitiv Ltd, a global leader in financial market data with over 40k business clients. Refinitiv Ltd is an independent third party to Nemo. This is not advice.
Sixth Month Growth Performance
Stock Performance Snapshot
Analyst Rating
Analysts suggest buying Cognex's stock with a target price of $65, indicating potential for growth.
Financial Health
Cognex Corp is performing well with strong revenue and profits, indicating solid financial stability.
Dividend
Cognex Corp's dividend yield of 0.57% is lower than ideal for income-focused investors. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $5.70 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).
Why You’ll Want to Watch This Stock
Automation demand trend
Increasing automation in factories and warehouses could support long‑term demand for vision systems, though adoption timing and scale can vary.
Logistics & manufacturing
Cognex’s systems are used across sectors from automotive to e‑commerce fulfilment, providing diversified end markets but exposure to industrial cycles.
Cyclical performance risk
Sales link closely to capital spending, so results can swing with economic cycles; consider this variability when assessing suitability.
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