Badger Meter [BMI] vs Cognex [CGNX] Detailed Stock Comparison
Badger Meter
NYSE
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Cognex
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Badger Meter wins in 14 metrics, Cognex wins in 5 metrics, with 0 ties. Badger Meter appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Badger Meter | Cognex | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 39.97 | 59.83 | Badger Meter |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 7.98 | 4.80 | Cognex |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 0.00 | 5.52 | Badger Meter |
| PEG Ratio | 9.03 | 4.19 | Cognex |
| EV/EBITDA | 25.28 | 42.73 | Badger Meter |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 15.53% | 13.13% | Badger Meter |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 18.85% | 17.44% | Badger Meter |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 18.85% | 17.44% | Badger Meter |
| Return on Equity | 21.88% | 8.10% | Badger Meter |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 12.68% | 4.11% | Badger Meter |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $142.22M | $134.04M | Badger Meter |
| Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.96% | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | -6.73% | 12.77% | Cognex |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 6.19 | 7.78 | Badger Meter |
| Enterprise Value | $5.24B | $7.03B | Cognex |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 6.00 | 7.56 | Badger Meter |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 41.08% | 67.39% | Cognex |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $30 | $5 | Badger Meter |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $4.59 | $0.72 | Badger Meter |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.84 | 1.47 | Badger Meter |
Performance
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Valuation
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Short Interest
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Badger Meter vs Cognex Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Badger Meter | 3.18% | 1.32% | -7.57% | -22.32% | -8.21% | -10.58% |
| Cognex | 4.73% | 4.82% | 30.65% | 49.75% | 36.30% | 25.38% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Badger Meter | -6.73% | 95.00% | 204.47% | 552.72% | 887.43% | 1,680.71% |
| Cognex | 12.77% | -0.20% | -34.56% | 152.17% | 795.20% | 502.42% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Badger Meter vs Cognex
| Metric | BMI | CGNX |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $5.41B | $7.23B |
| Market Cap Category | Mid cap | Mid cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 238,190 | 1,843,858 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 420,640 | 2,060,013 |
| Last Close | $189.29 | $44.76 |
| 52 Week Range | $162.17 - $256.08 | $22.67 - $44.87 |
| % from 52W High | -26.08% | -0.25% |
| All-Time High | $256.08 (Jun 03, 2025) | $101.82 (Feb 08, 2021) |
| % from All-Time High | -26.08% | -56.04% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.10% | 0.04% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.05% | 0.12% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.16% | 0.13% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.19% | 0.17% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.22% | 0.08% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 0.00 | 5.52 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $22.99 | $8.97 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $5.61 | $1.36 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $174.77M | $190.80M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $136.58M | $166.53M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.96% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $0.39 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Badger Meter vs Cognex
| Metric | BMI | CGNX |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 39.97 | 59.83 |
| Forward P/E | 37.44 | 44.88 |
| PEG Ratio | 9.03 | 4.19 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 6.19 | 7.78 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 7.98 | 4.80 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $5.41B | $7.23B |
| Enterprise Value | $5.24B | $7.03B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 6.00 | 7.56 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 25.28 | 42.73 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.84 | 1.47 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $22.99 | $8.97 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Badger Meter vs Cognex
Financial Metrics
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Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | BMI | CGNX |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $238.10M | $216.04M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $140.29M | $71.71M |
| Gross Profit | $97.81M | $144.32M |
| Research & Development | N/A | $34.73M |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $44.86M | $26.09M |
| EBITDA | $53.66M | $32.49M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $45.79M | $27.80M |
| Income Tax | $11.20M | $4.20M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $34.58M | $23.60M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | BMI | CGNX |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $165.21M | $143.74M |
| Total Current Assets | $448.28M | $577.68M |
| Total Current Liabilities | $138.71M | $183.96M |
| Long-Term Debt | N/A | $63.43M |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $677.59M | $1.45B |
| Retained Earnings | $600.76M | $405.95M |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | N/A | $166.19M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | BMI | CGNX |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $20.80M | $47.37M |
| Capital Expenditures | N/A | $-2.50M |
| Free Cash Flow | $30.06M | $38.00M |
| Debt Repayment | N/A | N/A |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | $-102.23M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | BMI | CGNX |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 1.90M | 5.34M |
| Short Ratio | 4.39 | 2.72 |
| Short % of Float | 0.10% | 0.04% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 238,190 | 1,843,858 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 420,640 | 2,060,013 |
| Shares Outstanding | 29.41M | 170.43M |
| Float Shares | 29.32M | 160.34M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 1.00% | 1.00% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Badger Meter vs Cognex
| Metric | BMI | CGNX |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $0.39 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.96% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | N/A | $0.32 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.18% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | N/A | $0.95 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | Aug 14, 2025 |