Cognex [CGNX] vs Garmin [GRMN] Detailed Stock Comparison
Cognex
NASDAQ
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Garmin
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Cognex wins in 2 metrics, Garmin wins in 18 metrics, with 0 ties. Garmin appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Cognex | Garmin | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 57.01 | 28.11 | Garmin |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 4.58 | 5.40 | Cognex |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 5.52 | 2.34 | Garmin |
| PEG Ratio | 42.76 | 30.53 | Garmin |
| EV/EBITDA | 40.84 | 21.56 | Garmin |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 13.13% | 23.21% | Garmin |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 17.44% | 26.03% | Garmin |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 17.44% | 26.03% | Garmin |
| Return on Equity | 8.10% | 20.73% | Garmin |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 4.11% | 11.45% | Garmin |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $134.04M | $1.24B | Garmin |
| Dividend Yield | 0.96% | 1.59% | Garmin |
| 1-Year Return | 5.65% | 38.80% | Garmin |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 7.41 | 6.49 | Garmin |
| Enterprise Value | $6.72B | $41.89B | Garmin |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 7.23 | 6.20 | Garmin |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 67.39% | 58.80% | Cognex |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $5 | $35 | Garmin |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $0.72 | $8.10 | Garmin |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.47 | 1.00 | Garmin |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Cognex vs Garmin Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cognex | -1.09% | 1.09% | 23.48% | 39.06% | 3.67% | 14.59% |
| Garmin | 1.49% | 6.24% | 8.89% | 22.04% | 7.72% | 13.61% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cognex | 5.65% | -15.12% | -39.35% | 121.24% | 723.54% | 430.18% |
| Garmin | 38.80% | 132.22% | 122.84% | 482.41% | 759.08% | 726.68% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Cognex vs Garmin
| Metric | CGNX | GRMN |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $6.89B | $43.83B |
| Market Cap Category | Mid cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 2,607,209 | 1,033,026 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 2,043,183 | 864,339 |
| Last Close | $40.91 | $232.38 |
| 52 Week Range | $22.67 - $44.17 | $160.94 - $246.50 |
| % from 52W High | -7.38% | -5.73% |
| All-Time High | $101.82 (Feb 08, 2021) | $246.50 (Feb 17, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -59.82% | -5.73% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.04% | 0.20% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.12% | 0.33% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.13% | 0.23% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.17% | 0.26% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.08% | 0.21% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 5.52 | 2.34 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $8.97 | $42.20 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $1.36 | $13.44 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $190.80M | $1.34B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $166.53M | $765.88M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 0.96% | 1.59% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.39 | $3.15 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Cognex vs Garmin
| Metric | CGNX | GRMN |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 57.01 | 28.11 |
| Forward P/E | 42.76 | 30.53 |
| PEG Ratio | 42.76 | 30.53 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 7.41 | 6.49 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 4.58 | 5.40 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $6.89B | $43.83B |
| Enterprise Value | $6.72B | $41.89B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 7.23 | 6.20 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 40.84 | 21.56 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.47 | 1.00 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $8.97 | $42.20 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Cognex vs Garmin
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CGNX | GRMN |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $216.04M | $1.54B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $71.71M | $650.55M |
| Gross Profit | $144.32M | $884.55M |
| Research & Development | $34.73M | $268.12M |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $26.09M | $332.82M |
| EBITDA | $32.49M | $354.36M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $27.80M | $389.08M |
| Income Tax | $4.20M | $56.31M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $23.60M | $332.77M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CGNX | GRMN |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $143.74M | $2.18B |
| Total Current Assets | $577.68M | $5.45B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $183.96M | $1.33B |
| Long-Term Debt | $63.43M | $140.24M |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $1.45B | $8.18B |
| Retained Earnings | $405.95M | $6.33B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $166.19M | $2.58B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CGNX | GRMN |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $47.37M | $424.58M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-2.50M | $-40.06M |
| Free Cash Flow | $38.00M | $380.73M |
| Debt Repayment | N/A | N/A |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-102.23M | N/A |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | CGNX | GRMN |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 5.74M | 2.74M |
| Short Ratio | 3.35 | 3.09 |
| Short % of Float | 0.04% | 0.02% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 2,607,209 | 1,033,026 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 2,043,183 | 864,339 |
| Shares Outstanding | 170.43M | 192.47M |
| Float Shares | 160.31M | 182.03M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.00% | 0.15% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.99% | 0.58% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Cognex vs Garmin
| Metric | CGNX | GRMN |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.39 | $3.15 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 0.96% | 1.59% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $0.32 | $3.00 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.18% | 0.58% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $0.95 | $9.01 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Aug 14, 2025 | Jun 16, 2025 |