Goldman Sachs has upgraded Cognex Corp (CGNX) to a Buy rating from Sell, effective December 15, 2025. The stock currently trades at $34.80.
This upgrade underscores a more optimistic outlook on Cognex's business prospects, potentially reflecting improved fundamentals and enhanced confidence in the company's strategic direction.
Cognex, headquartered in Natick, Massachusetts, specializes in machine vision products and solutions that enhance efficiency and quality across various industrial sectors. The company has a market capitalization of $6.3 billion and a P/E ratio of 57.02, with earnings per share (EPS) of 0.65. Its dividend yield stands at 89.7%.
Upcoming earnings are scheduled for July 28, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $0.31 and revenue of $274.0 million. The consensus among analysts currently rates Cognex as a Buy, with 5 Strong Buy, 14 Buy, 9 Hold, 1 Sell, and no Strong Sell ratings.
Analyst ratings provide insights based on research and financial models, but they should be considered alongside company fundamentals, competitive positioning, and industry trends. Ratings can change as new information becomes available, reflecting a dynamic assessment of the company's performance.