CGNX Earnings Date: Nov 4, 2026 (Estimated) — Cognex Corporation
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When is CGNX's next earnings date?
Cognex Corporation (CGNX) is expected to report Q3 2026 earnings on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET (after market close); the date is an estimate and has not been confirmed by the company. The consensus estimate is EPS of $0.52 on revenue of $313.6M.
How did CGNX do in its last earnings report?
In its most recent report on Aug 5, 2026 (Q2 2026), Cognex Corporation posted EPS of $0.45 versus the $0.42 estimate, a beat of 7.1%. Revenue was $291.3M against a $292.1M estimate. The stock's 1-day post-earnings move was -4.7%.
How much does CGNX stock move after earnings?
CGNX beat EPS estimates in 8 of its last 8 reported quarters. Over the last 8 reports the stock moved an average of 12.1% (up or down) in the day after earnings.
About Cognex Corporation
Cognex Corporation specializes in machine vision technology, offering solutions that interpret and process visual data to streamline and automate production and logistics operations globally. Their advanced vision systems enable the automated manufacturing and tracking of individual components or finished goods, such as mobile devices, pharmaceutical containers, and automotive parts. This is achieved by precisely locating, recognizing, examining, and gauging items throughout their journey from production to delivery. The company provides a comprehensive software portfolio, including VisionPro, a collection of patented tools for sophisticated development; QuickBuild, an intuitive platform enabling users to create vision applications via a graphical, flowchart interface; and its specialized deep learning vision software. Beyond software, their offerings encompass robust vision sensors for tasks like ensuring component presence and accurate sizing, alongside the versatile In-Sight series of integrated vision systems and sensors. These tools support a variety of critical inspection functions, such as pinpointing part locations, confirming identities, precise dimensioning, validating assembly, and guiding robotics. Another key product is DataMan, their line of image-based barcode readers and verification systems. Cognex serves a diverse clientele across various sectors, including consumer electronics, automotive manufacturing, general consumer goods, food and beverage processing, pharmaceuticals, and medical device production. Their products are distributed directly and through a global network of partners and system integrators. Established in 1981, Cognex Corporation maintains its headquarters in Natick, Massachusetts.
Earnings History
| Date | Period | EPS Est. | EPS Act. | Surprise | Revenue | Result | 1D Δ | 1W Δ | 1M Δ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-05 | Q2 2026 | 0.42 | 0.45 | +7.14% | $291.3M | ✅ Beat | -4.70% | -14.20% | -13.91% |
| 2026-05-06 | Q1 2026 | 0.24 | 0.34 | +41.67% | $268.4M | ✅ Beat | +5.88% | +2.22% | -2.19% |
| 2026-02-11 | Q4 2025 | 0.20 | 0.27 | +35.00% | $252.3M | ✅ Beat | +36.34% | +29.99% | +11.67% |
| 2025-10-29 | Q3 2025 | 0.26 | 0.33 | +26.92% | $276.9M | ✅ Beat | -12.92% | -14.62% | -19.50% |
| 2025-07-30 | Q2 2025 | 0.21 | 0.25 | +19.05% | $249.1M | ✅ Beat | +20.76% | +21.12% | +30.68% |
| 2025-04-30 | Q1 2025 | 0.13 | 0.16 | +23.08% | $216.0M | ✅ Beat | +1.89% | +4.07% | +10.03% |
| 2025-02-12 | Q4 2024 | 0.16 | 0.20 | +25.00% | $229.7M | ✅ Beat | -13.58% | -14.92% | -19.54% |
| 2024-10-30 | Q3 2024 | 0.19 | 0.20 | +5.26% | $234.7M | ✅ Beat | -0.55% | +5.29% | -0.98% |
Showing last 8 quarters.
Revenue by segment & region
By segment
Q2 FY26 · $291.3M total
| Segment | Share | Revenue | YoY | Q2 FY24 | Q3 FY24 | Q1 FY25 | Q2 FY25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Products and Services | 84.8% | $247.1M | +14.4% | $200.9M | $203.2M | $204.5M | $216.0M |
| Application-Specific Customer Solutions | 15.2% | $44.2M | +33.6% | $38.4M | $31.6M | $11.5M | $33.1M |
By region
Q2 FY26 · $291.3M total
| Segment | Share | Revenue | YoY | Q4 FY24 | Q1 FY25 | Q2 FY25 | Q3 FY25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Americas | 40.2% | $117.0M | +27.0% | $99.6M | $99.4M | $92.1M | $104.5M |
| CHINA | 22.7% | $66.1M | +46.9% | — | $26.9M | $45.0M | $49.7M |
| Europe | 20.2% | $58.9M | -11.6% | $51.1M | $46.8M | $66.6M | $74.7M |
| Asia, Excluding China | 16.9% | $49.2M | +8.6% | — | $42.9M | $45.3M | $48.0M |
Source: company filings via FMP. YoY compares the same fiscal period a year earlier.