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Cognex Corp  (CGNX)
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Price: $40.4100 $0.18 0.447%
Day's High: $40.67 Week Perf: 3.03 %
Day's Low: $ 39.40 30 Day Perf: 3.11 %
Volume (M): 1,461 52 Wk High: $ 53.13
Volume (M$): $ 59,031 52 Wk Avg: $41.14
Open: $40.23 52 Wk Low: $34.79



 Market Capitalization (Millions $) 6,981
 Shares Outstanding (Millions) 173
 Employees 1,305
 Revenues (TTM) (Millions $) 881
 Net Income (TTM) (Millions $) 89
 Cash Flow (TTM) (Millions $) -198
 Capital Exp. (TTM) (Millions $) 20

Cognex Corp

Cognex Corporation was incorporated in Massachusetts in 1981. Our corporate headquarters are located at One Vision Drive, Natick, Massachusetts 01760 and our telephone number is (508) 650-3000.
Cognex is a leading worldwide provider of machine vision products that capture and analyze visual information in order to automate tasks, primarily in manufacturing processes, where vision is required. Machine vision products are used to automate the manufacture and tracking of discrete items, such as mobile phones, aspirin bottles, and automobile tires, by locating, identifying, inspecting, and measuring them during the manufacturing or distribution process. Machine vision is important for applications in which human vision is inadequate to meet requirements for size, accuracy, or speed, or in instances where substantial cost savings are obtained through the reduction of labor or improved product quality. Today, many types of manufacturing equipment require machine vision because of the increasing demands for speed and accuracy in manufacturing processes, as well as the decreasing size of items being manufactured.

Cognex machine vision is primarily used in the manufacturing sector, where the technology is widely recognized as an important component of automated production and quality assurance. In this sector, the Company’s customers are primarily in the factory automation market. Factory automation customers purchase Cognex vision products and incorporate them into their manufacturing processes. Virtually every manufacturer can achieve better quality and manufacturing efficiency by using machine vision, and therefore, this market includes a broad base of customers across a variety of industries, including consumer electronics, automotive, consumer products, food and beverage, medical devices, and pharmaceuticals. Factory automation customers also purchase Cognex products for use outside of the assembly process, such as using ID products in logistics automation for package sorting and distribution.

Our goal is to expand our position as a leading worldwide provider of machine vision products. Sales to customers in the factory automation market represent the largest percentage of our total revenue, and we believe that this market provides the greatest potential for long-term revenue growth.
In order to grow the factory automation market, we have invested in developing new products and functionality that make vision easier to use and more affordable, and therefore, available to a broader base of customers. This investment includes selective expansion into new industrial vision applications through internal development, as well as the acquisition of businesses and technologies. We have also invested in building a worldwide sales and support infrastructure in order to access more of the potential market for machine vision. This investment includes opening sales offices in emerging markets, such as China, India, Brazil, and Eastern Europe, where we believe many manufacturers can benefit from incorporating machine vision into their production processes, and developing strategic alliances with other leading providers of factory automation products.



   Company Address: One Vision Drive Natick 1760 MA
   Company Phone Number: 650-3000   Stock Exchange / Ticker: NASDAQ CGNX


   

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Cognex Corporation Faces Stock Sell-off Amid Mixed Earnings Response and Analyst Downgrades

Published Thu, Aug 15 2024 10:16 AM UTC

In recent days, Cognex Corporation (CGNX) has witnessed a notable decline in its stock value, with shares dropping as much as 21% following a series of mixed financial announcements and analyst evaluations. As market dynamics unfold, a deeper examination of the underlying factors contributing to this sell-off is critical for investors and stakeholders alike.On August 1, 2024...

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Cognex Corp Faces Significant Drop in EPS in Q1 2024, Despite Increase in Revenue

Cognex Corp, a leading provider of machine vision and industrial barcode reading systems, has recently seen fluctuations in its stock price due to its financial performance in the first quarter of 2024. The company reported an increase in revenue of 4.582% to $209.94 million compared to the same period last year. However, net profit per share plummeted by -53.33% to $0.07 per share, a significant decrease from the previous year.
The decline in earnings per share can be attributed to the company's focus on improving sales, as reflected in their financial statements. Operating earnings fell by -35.91% to $14.204 million, leading to a decrease in operating margin to 6.77% from 11.04% in the first quarter of 2023. Despite this, Cognex Corp's net margin eased to 5.73% in their efforts to boost sales.

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Cognex Corp Surmounts Challenges in Fiscal 2023, Achieving Remarkable Growth and Progress

Cognex Corp, a leading player in the Electronic Instruments & Controls industry, recently reported a significant decline in net profit per share and revenue for the fourth quarter of 2023. The company's net profit per share plummeted by -79.59% to $0.07 per share compared to $0.32 a year prior, while profit decreased by -40.57% from $0.11 per share from the preceding reporting season. Revenue also saw a respectable -17.22% decrease to $198.04 million from $239.25 million in the similar reporting season a year prior.
In contrast to Cognex Corp's performance, the Electronic Instruments & Controls industry as a whole recorded a 3.49% improvement in revenue from the fourth quarter of 2022 to the fourth quarter of 2023. This indicates that Cognex Corp may be facing challenges specific to the company rather than industry-wide issues.

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Breaking News: Electronic Instruments & Controls company defies expectations with slight top-line contraction, sending shockwaves through the industry

The Stock Market: A Promising Future Ahead
Despite recent setbacks, the stock market is still a highly lucrative avenue for investors worldwide. There's no denying that the third quarter of 2023 was not one of the most favorable periods for Cognex Corp, with a decline in both net profit per share and earnings per share. However, amidst these challenges, there are promising signs on the horizon.
While Cognex Corp experienced a significant decrease in net profit per share by -42.11%, it is essential to note that this decline is compared to exceptionally strong numbers from a year prior. It is important to consider the long-term growth potential of this company, rather than focusing solely on a single quarter's performance.

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Cognex Corp Sees 13.16% Decline in EPS Amid Lower Revenue and Profitability in Q2 2023

Cognex Corp, a leading provider of machine vision and industrial barcode reading solutions, experienced a decline in revenue and profitability in the fiscal time-frame ending July 02, 2023. During this period, the company's income fell by 13.16% to $0.33 per share, and revenue decreased by 14.42% year on year. Revenue was reported at $241.68 million, contrasting with $282.41 million in the previous year's second quarter.
However, there was a positive improvement from the preceding quarter, with earnings per share (EPS) increasing significantly by 120% to $0.15 per share, and revenue improving by 20.166% to $201.12 million. Despite these improvements, net profits of $57.474 million still dropped by 14.64% compared to the corresponding period a year before.







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