CGNX Cognex Corp Forecast, Technical & Fundamental Analysis

Technical Analysis (Indicators)

Bullish Trend Analysis

The Momentum Indicator moved above the 0 level on October 28, 2026. You may want to consider a long position or call options on CGNX as a result. In 65 of 92 past instances where the momentum indicator moved above 0, the stock continued to climb. The odds of a continued upward trend are 71%.

Following a +1.29% 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where CGNX advanced for three days, in 173 of 277 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 62%.

CGNX may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.

Bearish Trend Analysis

The Stochastic Oscillator may be shifting from an upward trend to a downward trend. In 42 of 64 cases where CGNX's Stochastic Oscillator exited the overbought zone, the price fell further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 66%.

CGNX moved below its 50-day moving average on October 12, 2026 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend.

The 10-day moving average for CGNX crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on October 16, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In 10 of 13 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 77%.

Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where CGNX declined for three days, the price rose further in 50 of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 68%.

Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)

The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is 57 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. CGNX’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.

The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is 66 (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to average earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.

The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is 66 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.

The Tickeron Valuation Rating of 72 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly overvalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (5.797) is normal, around the industry mean (1.437). P/E Ratio (53.476) is within average values for comparable stocks, (6.260). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.450) is also within normal values, averaging (5.470). Dividend Yield (0.006) settles around the average of (0.011) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (9.337) is also within normal values, averaging (32.028).

The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is 100 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. CGNX’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 82, placing this stock worse than average.