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NASDAQ:CGNX

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Price: 55.5 USD 0.96% Market Closed
Market Cap: $9.3B

EV/EBITDA

45.7
Current
15%
More Expensive
vs 3-y median of 39.7

Enterprise Value to EBITDA (EV/EBITDA) ratio compares a company`s total enterprise value to its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. It shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company`s earnings, including both equity and debt.

EV/EBITDA
45.7
=
Enterprise Value
$9.3B
/
EBITDA
$193.4m

Enterprise Value to EBITDA (EV/EBITDA) ratio compares a company`s total enterprise value to its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. It shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company`s earnings, including both equity and debt.

EV/EBITDA
45.7
=
Enterprise Value
$9.3B
/
EBITDA
$193.4m

Valuation Scenarios

Cognex Corp is trading above its 3-year average

If EV/EBITDA returns to its 3-Year Average (39.7), the stock would be worth $48.24 (13% downside from current price).

Statistics
Positive Scenarios
0/4
Maximum Downside
-69%
Maximum Upside
No Upside Scenarios
Average Downside
40%
Scenario EV/EBITDA Value Implied Price Upside/Downside
Current Multiple 45.7 $55.5
0%
3-Year Average 39.7 $48.24
-13%
5-Year Average 39 $47.41
-15%
Industry Average 17.3 $20.97
-62%
Country Average 14.4 $17.44
-69%

Forward EV/EBITDA
Today’s price vs future ebitda

Today's Enterprise Value EBITDA Forward EV/EBITDA
$9.3B
/
Jan 2026
$193.4m
=
45.7
Current
$9.3B
/
Dec 2026
$259.2m
=
35.7
Forward
$9.3B
/
Dec 2027
$313.9m
=
29.5
Forward
$9.3B
/
Dec 2028
$368.8m
=
25.1
Forward

Forward EV/EBITDA shows whether today’s EV/EBITDA still looks high or low once future ebitda are taken into account.

Peer Comparison

All Multiples
EV/EBITDA
P/E
All Countries
Close
Market Cap EV/EBITDA P/E
US
Cognex Corp
NASDAQ:CGNX
9.3B USD 45.7 80.4
JP
Keyence Corp
TSE:6861
15.2T JPY 23.8 36.4
US
Keysight Technologies Inc
NYSE:KEYS
57.4B USD 47.3 59.7
CN
Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co Ltd
SZSE:002415
307.4B CNY 18.4 23.3
US
Teledyne Technologies Inc
NYSE:TDY
29.4B USD 20.9 32.8
SE
Hexagon AB
STO:HEXA B
275.3B SEK 12.7 41.4
CN
Zhonghang Electronic Measuring Instruments Co Ltd
SZSE:300114
192.9B CNY 2 350.2 1 890.2
TW
Chroma ATE Inc
TWSE:2360
868.4B TWD 86.1 74.3
UK
Halma PLC
LSE:HLMA
17.2B GBP 29 49.2
CN
Huagong Tech Co Ltd
SZSE:000988
112.9B CNY 72.7 76.8
US
Trimble Inc
NASDAQ:TRMB
16.4B USD 21.2 38.5

Market Distribution

Higher than 85% of companies in the United States of America
Percentile
85th
Based on 9 875 companies
85th percentile
45.7
Low
0 — 10
Typical Range
10 — 21.5
High
21.5 —
Distribution Statistics
the United States of America
Min 0
30th Percentile 10
Median 14.4
70th Percentile 21.5
Max 1 767 274.1

Cognex Corp
Glance View

Cognex Corporation emerged on the scene with a vision to blend cutting-edge technology with industrial efficiency, carving out a niche in the machine vision industry. Founded by Dr. Robert Shillman in 1981, the company initially saw its innovation as a way to develop a computer program that could read alphanumeric codes, a task simple for humans but daunting for machines. Today, Cognex has grown into a leading provider of vision systems, software, and sensors. At its core, the company thrives on developing advanced algorithms that enable machines to "see" and interpret visual data with clarity and precision. These technologies play an essential role in automating manufacturing processes, reducing defects, delivering consistent quality, and ensuring that products meet strict specifications before they reach consumers. Cognex's revenue model hinges on its ability to provide industrial clients with tailored machine vision solutions that improve operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The company sells its products directly to manufacturers in sectors such as automotive, consumer electronics, logistics, and pharmaceuticals. Additionally, Cognex offers service packages, including training and customer support, which ensures clients derive maximum utility from their products. The company's strategic investments in research and development fuel its growth by continually expanding the capabilities of machine vision technologies, ensuring it stays ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape. This relentless focus on innovation and customization is what positions Cognex as a trusted partner in the ongoing digital transformation of industries worldwide.

CGNX Intrinsic Value
31.32 USD
Overvaluation 44%
Intrinsic Value
Price $55.5
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