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Recognition marks sixth consecutive quarter Achieve has ranked among the nation’s top lenders for customer satisfaction

SAN MATEO, Calif., Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Achieve, the leader in digital personal finance, has been named one of the Top 3 in personal loan customer satisfaction by LendingTree for the second quarter of 2026. The distinction from one of the nation’s largest online personal finance marketplaces underscores Achieve’s commitment to delivering transparent, supportive and human-centered financial services.

This marks the sixth consecutive LendingTree customer service award that Achieve has earned, following a top-three ranking in the first quarter of 2026. The quarterly ranking is published by LendingTree, based on verified customer reviews and other data evaluating lenders on transparency, ease of the application process and the quality of customer service. Achieve consistently maintains high ratings for providing consumers with a clear path toward improving their financial health.

“Earning a Top 3 ranking from LendingTree for the sixth consecutive quarter reflects our team’s unwavering commitment to delivering an exceptional member experience,” said Achieve President of Lending Kyle Enright. “When people choose Achieve, they’re looking for a trusted partner to help them take control of their finances. This recognition reinforces that our combination of competitive rates, transparency and personalized support continues to resonate extremely well with the people we serve, especially those members in need of debt consolidation.”

A rate cut earlier this year lowered the best available annual percentage rate (APR) on Achieve Personal Loans to 6.25%, a reduction of 274 basis points. This initiative, supported by advanced underwriting and enhanced with FICO® Score 10 T data, maintains access to fixed-rate loans for an expanded set of consumers, with an expected improvement in credit performance. These loans are originated by a bank partner via the Achieve Personal Loans platform.

Key highlights of the Achieve Personal Loan experience:

Competitive, fixed rates: APRs now start as low as 6.25% for qualified borrowers, providing a more affordable alternative to high-interest credit card debt.Rapid funding: Qualified members can receive loan funds in as little as 24 hours to address immediate financial needs.Flexible terms: Borrowers can choose repayment schedules ranging from 24 to 60 months to align with their specific budget and goals.Transparent pricing: All loans feature fixed monthly payments and a clear payoff date, with no hidden fees or revolving balances.

Achieve has served over 2 million consumers, helping to resolve over $22 billion in debt and facilitated over $15 billion in personal loans and home equity lines of credit since 2002. This latest accolade follows a series of recent wins: Achieve was named to Az Business Magazine’s AZ Big 100 List for 2026 and honored by InHerSight with eight recognitions, including being named the No. 1 finance company for women to work.

As a trusted leader in debt consolidation, Achieve remains committed to helping everyday people move toward a better financial future. This commitment is rooted in providing a transparent experience, a personalized approach to every member’s unique situation and the predictable, fast cash flow necessary to attain long-term financial stability. By focusing on these core principles, the company continues to redefine how consumers manage debt and build lasting financial health.

About Achieve

Achieve, THE digital personal finance company, helps everyday people get on, and stay on, the path to a better financial future. Achieve pairs proprietary data and analytics with personalized support to offer personal loans, home equity loans, debt relief and debt consolidation, along with financial tips and education and free mobile apps: Achieve MoLO® (Money Left Over) and Achieve GOOD™ (Get Out Of Debt). Achieve is frequently recognized for providing top-rated customer experience and satisfaction by both consumers and leading personal finance review platforms and has 2,200 dedicated teammates across the country, with hubs in Arizona, California, Florida and Texas.

Achieve refers to the global organization and may denote one or more affiliates of Achieve Company, including Achieve.com, Equal Housing Opportunity (NMLS ID #138464); Achieve Home Loans, Equal Housing Opportunity (NMLS ID #1810501); Achieve Personal Loans (NMLS ID #227977); Freedom Debt Relief (NMLS ID # 1248929); and Freedom Financial Asset Management (CRD #170229).

Contacts

Austin Kilgore
akilgore@achieve.com
214-908-5097

Elina Tarkazikis
etarkazikis@achieve.com

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Cboe Global Markets Reports Trading Volume for July 2026

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CHICAGO, Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Cboe Global Markets, Inc. (Cboe: CBOE), a leading global markets operator and pioneer in equity and index derivatives, today reported July trading volume statistics across its global business lines.

The data sheet “Cboe Global Markets Monthly Volume & RPC/Net Revenue Capture Report” contains an overview of certain July trading statistics and market share by business segment, volume in select index products, and RPC/net capture, which is reported on a one-month lag, across business lines.

Average Daily Trading Volume (ADV) by Month 

Year-To-Date 

Jul

2026

Jul

2025

%
Chg

Jun
2026

%
 Chg

Jul

2026

Jul

2025

%
 Chg

Multi-listed options (contracts, k)

15,687

12,215

28.4 %

16,630

-5.7 %

14,938

12,886

15.9 %

Index options (contracts, k)

5,990

4,469

34.0 %

6,347

-5.6 %

6,145

4,688

31.1 %

Futures (contracts, k)1

207

178

16.1 %

242

-14.5 %

246

226

8.7 %

U.S. Equities – On-Exchange (matched shares, mn)

1,569

1,790

-12.4 %

2,185

-28.2 %

1,875

1,785

5.0 %

U.S. Equities – Off-Exchange (matched shares, mn)

208

141

47.4 %

250

-17.0 %

238

113

110.0 %

Canadian Equities (matched shares, k)

144,124

150,096

-4.0 %

182,398

-21.0 %

192,208

154,298

24.6 %

European Equities (€, mn)

14,024

12,490

12.3 %

14,950

-6.2 %

16,008

13,560

18.1 %

Australian Equities (AUD, mn)

989

870

13.7 %

1,165

-15.1 %

1,128

884

27.5 %

Global FX ($, mn)

61,071

48,514

25.9 %

64,267

-5.0 %

64,767

53,135

21.9 %

Cboe Clear Europe Cleared Trades (k)

147,855

122,973

20.2 %

144,356

2.4 %

1,005,054

935,981

7.4 %

Cboe Clear Europe Net Settlements (k)

1,442

1,236

16.6 %

1,419

1.6 %

9,337

7,726

20.9 %

1 In the second quarter of 2025, Digital futures products were transitioned to Cboe Futures Exchange. Futures metrics prior to the second quarter of 2025 exclude Digital futures products.

July 2026 Trading Volume Highlights  

U.S. Options

Cboe’s mini-SPX (XSP) options set a monthly ADV record of 238 thousand contracts, including a record monthly zero-days-to-expiry (0DTE) ADV of 138 thousand contracts.0DTE trading in July grew to a record high 66.2% of total S&P 500 (SPX) options volume.Total trading during Cboe’s Global Trading Hours (GTH) session (8:15 p.m. to 9:25 a.m. ET) set a monthly ADV record of 224 thousand contracts, including record SPX options GTH ADV of 197 thousand contracts.

Cboe Clear Europe

Cboe Clear Europe surpassed 1 billion cleared client cash equity trades year-to-date through July 31.

About Cboe Global Markets
Cboe Global Markets (Cboe: CBOE) is a leading global markets operator with a long history of innovation in equity and index derivatives. Since launching the world’s first listed options exchange in 1973, Cboe has pioneered landmark products, including the introduction of S&P 500® index options and the creation of the VIX® Index, the world’s leading gauge of market volatility, reshaping how investors manage risk and access opportunity. Today, Cboe operates derivatives, equities, and FX markets, providing trading, clearing, and investment solutions for customers worldwide. To learn more, visit www.cboe.com

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Nothing in this announcement should be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell any securities or futures in any jurisdiction where the offer or solicitation would be unlawful under the laws of such jurisdiction. Nothing contained in this communication constitutes tax, legal or investment advice. Investors must consult their tax adviser or legal counsel for advice and information concerning their particular situation.

Cboe Global Markets, Inc. and its affiliates make no warranty, expressed or implied, including, without limitation, any warranties as of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, accuracy, completeness or timeliness, the results to be obtained by recipients of the products and services described herein, or as to the ability of the indices referenced in this press release to track the performance of their respective securities, generally, or the performance of the indices referenced in this press release or any subset of their respective securities, and shall not in any way be liable for any inaccuracies, errors. Cboe Global Markets, Inc. and its affiliates have not calculated, composed or determined the constituents or weightings of the securities that comprise the third-party indices referenced in this press release and shall not in any way be liable for any inaccuracies or errors in any of the indices referenced in this press release.

There are important risks associated with transacting in any of the Cboe Company products discussed here. Before engaging in any transactions in those products, it is important for market participants to carefully review the disclosures and disclaimers contained at: https://www.cboe.com/us_disclaimers/

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Cisco Schedules Conference Call for Q4 Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Results

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SAN JOSE, Calif., Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) has scheduled a conference call for Wednesday, Aug 12, 2026, at 1:30 PM (PT); 4:30 PM (ET) to announce its fourth quarter fiscal year 2026 financial results for the period ending Saturday, July 25, 2026.

Financial results will be released over PR Newswire via US National and European Financial distribution, after the close of the market on Wednesday, Aug 12, 2026. Cisco’s quarterly earnings press release will be posted at https://newsroom.cisco.com.

Date: 
Wednesday, Aug 12, 2026

Time:
1:30 PM (PT); 4:30 PM (ET)

To Listen via Telephone: 
888-848-6507
212-519-0847 (for International Callers)

To Listen via the Internet: 
We are pleased to offer a live and replay audio broadcast of the conference call with corresponding slides at https://investor.cisco.com.

The conference call will also be livestreamed on YouTube, LinkedIn, & X.

Replay:
A telephone playback of the Q4 FY2026 conference call is scheduled to be available beginning at 4:00 PM (PT) on Aug 12, 2026, through 10:00 PM (PT) Aug 18, 2026. The replay will be accessible by calling 800-839-2232 (International callers: 203-369-3662). The call runs 24 hours/day, including weekends. An archived version of the webcast will be available on Cisco’s Investor Relations website at https://investor.cisco.com.

About Cisco

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) is the worldwide technology leader that is revolutionizing the way organizations connect and protect in the AI era. For more than 40 years, Cisco has securely connected the world. With its industry leading AI-powered solutions and services, Cisco enables its customers, partners and communities to unlock innovation, enhance productivity and strengthen digital resilience. With purpose at its core, Cisco remains committed to creating a more connected and inclusive future for all. Discover more on The Newsroom and follow us on X at @Cisco.

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Cognex Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results

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NATICK, Mass., Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ: CGNX), the global technology leader in industrial machine vision, today reported financial results for the second quarter ended July 5, 2026.

Second-Quarter Financial and Operating Highlights

Achieved record quarterly revenue of $291 million, driven by broad-based strength across most major end markets; second-quarter revenue increased 17% year over year, or 16% on a constant-currency basis.Operating margin was 29.4%; delivered an Adjusted EBITDA margin of 32.2%, up 1,150 basis points year over year, marking the eighth consecutive quarter of margin expansion.Net income per diluted share was $0.43; generated Adjusted diluted earnings per share of $0.45, up 80% year over year, representing the eighth consecutive quarter of growth.Issued full-year 2026 guidance anticipating strong double-digit revenue growth and significant year-over-year expansion in profitability.Announced the general availability of OneVision™, with hundreds of customers using the platform to accelerate configuration and deployment of AI-powered vision applications.

“Q2 was another strong quarter for Cognex and further evidence that our strategy is driving results,” said Matt Moschner, President and CEO. “We delivered exceptional performance, highlighted by record revenue, strong margin expansion, and significant earnings growth, which we believe reflects both a more favorable demand environment and focused execution across the business. We continue to make meaningful progress against our strategic objectives to extend our leadership in AI-enabled machine vision, deliver the leading customer experience in the industry, and double our customer base.”

Mr. Moschner continued, “We believe that diversification is central to the next chapter of Cognex’s growth. We are focused on broadening our reach across customers, channels, adjacencies and end markets, while prioritizing the automation challenges where we expect our technology can create the most value. We believe this strategy will position Cognex to shape the future of AI-enabled machine vision and deliver more sustainable and profitable growth over time.”

Dennis Fehr, CFO, added, “We believe that our Q2 performance underscores the strength of our profitable growth strategy and the strong leverage in our financial model. We are continuing to transform our operating model to drive higher productivity, support sustainable margin expansion, and strengthen our ability to scale efficiently over time. We believe that this disciplined approach will enable us to support Cognex’s long-term growth objectives while reinforcing our commitment to creating shareholder value.”

Financial Performance Highlights for the Second Quarter
(Dollars in millions, except per share amounts)

Three-months ended

July 05, 2026

June 29, 2025

Y/Y Change

Revenue

$291

$249

+17 %

Operating Income

$86

$43

+100 %

% of Revenue

29.4 %

17.4 %

+1,200 bps

Adjusted EBITDA1

$94

$52

81 %

% of Revenue

32.2 %

20.7 %

+1,150 bps

Net Income per Diluted Share

$0.43

$0.24

+79 %

Adjusted EPS (Diluted)1

$0.45

$0.25

+80 %

1Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EPS (Diluted) include non-GAAP adjustments. A reconciliation from GAAP to non-GAAP metrics is provided in this news release.

Revenue was $291 million, compared with $249 million in the second quarter of 2025, an increase of 17%. Excluding the impact of foreign currency exchange (FX), revenue increased 16% compared to the prior year, driven by broad-based strength across most major end markets.Gross margin was 70.6% compared to 67.4% in the second quarter of 2025. Adjusted gross margin was 71.5% compared to 68.0% in the second quarter of 2025, an increase of 350 basis points. The year-over-year increase was primarily driven by favorable mix and volume. Tariff refunds were not a material contributor to the strong gross margin performance.Operating expenses were $120 million compared to $124 million in the second quarter of 2025, a decrease of 3%. Adjusted operating expenses were $119 million compared to $123 million in the second quarter of 2025, a decrease of 3%. On a constant-currency basis, Adjusted operating expenses decreased 5% year over year, primarily driven by disciplined cost management.Operating income was $86 million compared to $43 million in the second quarter of 2025, an increase of 100%. Operating margin was 29.4% compared to 17.4% in the second quarter of 2025, an increase of 1,200 basis points. Adjusted operating margin was 30.7% compared to 18.7% in the second quarter of 2025, an increase of 1,200 basis points.Adjusted EBITDA was $94 million compared to $52 million in the second quarter of 2025, an increase of 81%. Adjusted EBITDA margin was 32.2% compared to 20.7% in the second quarter of 2025, an increase of 1,150 basis points. The year-over-year expansion was driven by revenue growth and favorable mix.Net income of $73 million compared to $41 million in the second quarter of 2025, an increase of 78%. Adjusted net income of $76 million compared to $43 million in the second quarter of 2025, an increase of 77%.Net income per diluted share was $0.43 compared to $0.24 in the second quarter of 2025, an increase of 79%. Adjusted diluted earnings per share were $0.45 compared to $0.25 in the second quarter of 2025, an increase of 80%.

Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Highlights

As of July 5, 2026, Cognex’s financial position remained strong, with $755 million in cash and investments and no debt.During the second quarter, Cognex generated $69 million of cash from operating activities compared to $43 million in the second quarter of 2025, an increase of 60%.During the second quarter, Cognex generated Free Cash Flow (FCF) of $68 million compared to $40 million in the second quarter of 2025, an increase of 70%. Second quarter FCF conversion rate was 93% of net income and 89% of Adjusted net income. Trailing twelve-month FCF conversion rate was 153% of net income and 114% of Adjusted net income.Cognex paid $14 million in dividends to shareholders in the second quarter.

Dividend

On August 5, 2026, Cognex’s Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.085 per share. The dividend is payable on September 3, 2026, to all shareholders of record at the close of business on August 20, 2026.

Guidance

Cognex issued third-quarter and full-year 2026 guidance; details are summarized in the tables below.

Table 1: Third-Quarter 2026 Guidance

(Dollars in millions, except per
share amounts)

Q3 2026
Guidance

Q3 2025
Results

Q3 2025
Results
ex CP*

Y/Y 
Change**

Y/Y Change**
ex CP*

Revenue

$300 – $320

$277

$264

+12 %

+17 %

Adj. EBITDA Margin1

32% – 35%

24.9 %

22.1 %

+860 bps

+1,140 bps

Adj. EPS (diluted)1

$0.50 – $0.54

$0.33

$0.28

+58 %

+86 %

Table 2: Full-Year 2026 Guidance

(Dollars in millions, except per
share amounts)

 2026 
Guidance

 2025
Results

2025 Results
ex CP*

Y/Y 
Change**

Y/Y Change**
ex CP*

Revenue

$1,130 – $1,150

$994

$982

+15 %

+16 %

Adj. EBITDA Margin1

29% – 31%

21.5 %

20.7 %

+850 bps

+930 bps

Adj. EPS (diluted)1

$1.64 – $1.68

$1.02

$0.97

+63 %

+71 %

* Excluding the one-time benefit from the commercial partnership with a medical lab automation channel partner (the “CP”).

** At the midpoint of guidance.

1Cognex has provided the forward-looking non-GAAP measures of adjusted EBITDA margin, and adjusted earnings per share (diluted), but cannot, without unreasonable effort, forecast such items to present or provide a reconciliation to corresponding forecasted GAAP measures. These include special items such as reorganization charges, acquisition and integration charges, and amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets, all of which are subject to limitations in predictability of timing, ultimate outcome and numerous conditions outside of Cognex’s control. Additionally, these items are outside of Cognex’s normal business operations and not used by management to assess Cognex’s operating results. Cognex believes these limitations would result in a range of projected values so broad as to not be meaningful to investors. For these reasons, Cognex believes that the probable significance of such information is low. Information with respect to special items for certain historical periods is included in the section entitled “Reconciliation of Selected Items From GAAP to Non-GAAP”. In Q3 2025 the GAAP operating margin was 20.9% and GAAP earnings per share (diluted) were $0.10, and in full-year 2025, the GAAP operating margin was 16.3% and GAAP earnings per share (diluted) were $0.68.

Analyst Conference Call and Simultaneous Webcast

Cognex will host a conference call on August 6, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). The telephone number is (877) 704-4573 or (201) 389-0911 if outside the United States.A real-time audio broadcast of the conference call or an archived recording, together with a slide presentation, will be accessible on the Events & Presentations page of the Cognex Investor website: www.cognex.com/investor

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements made in this report, as well as oral statements made by Cognex Corporation (“Cognex”, “we”, “us”, “our”, or the “Company”) from time to time, constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”). We intend such forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.  Readers can identify these forward-looking statements by our use of the words “expects,” “anticipates,” “estimates,” “potential,” “believes,” “projects,” “intends,” “plans,” “aims,” “will,” “may,” “shall,” “could,” “should,” “opportunity,” “goal,” “objective,” “target,” “milestone” and similar words and other statements of a similar sense. These statements are based on our current estimates and expectations as to prospective events and circumstances, which may or may not be in our control and as to which there can be no firm assurances given. These forward-looking statements, which include statements regarding business and market trends, future financial performance, financial targets, milestones and related timing expectations, the impacts of our strategic portfolio review, the impact of tariffs, customer demand and order rates and timing of related revenue, future product or revenue mix, research and development activities, sales and marketing activities including our salesforce transformation, new product offerings, innovation and product development activities, customer acceptance of our products, commercial partnerships, capital expenditures, cost management activities including expected annualized operating expense reductions, investments, liquidity, dividends and stock repurchases, strategic and growth plans and opportunities, financial and operating models, acquisitions, and estimated tax benefits and expenses, changes in tax legislation, and other tax matters, involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected. Such risks and uncertainties include: (1) the technological obsolescence of current products, the inability to develop new products, and the inability to achieve growth through expanding and adjacent markets; (2) the impact of competitive pressures; (3) the inability to attract and retain skilled employees and effectively plan for succession, while maintaining our unique corporate culture; (4) the failure to properly manage the distribution of products and services; (5) economic, political, and other risks associated with international sales and operations, including the impact of trade disputes, the imposition of tariffs, the economic climate in China, and the wars and conflicts involving Iran, Ukraine, and Israel and those that may arise in the future in the geographies where we conduct business; (6) the challenges in integrating and achieving expected results from acquired businesses; (7) uncertainty surrounding our future capital needs; (8) the inability to effectively scale our operations and salesforce to support a significantly expanded customer base in an increasing number of geographies; (9) information security breaches and other cybersecurity threats; (10) the failure to comply with laws or regulations relating to data privacy, data protection, artificial intelligence, or other automated technologies; (11) the inability to protect our proprietary technology and intellectual property; (12) the inability to manage direct and indirect disruptions to our supply chain, which could cause delays in obtaining components for our products at reasonable prices; (13) the failure to manufacture and deliver products in a timely manner; (14) the inability to obtain, or the delay in obtaining, components for our products at reasonable prices, including memory chips; (15) the inability to design and manufacture high-quality products; (16) the loss of, or curtailment of purchases by, large customers in the logistics, consumer electronics, or automotive end markets; (17) challenges in accurately forecasting our financial results due to seasonal and cyclical variations in customer purchasing patterns and economic and market volatility; (18) potential impairment charges with respect to our investments or acquired intangible assets; (19) exposure to additional tax liabilities, increases and fluctuations in our effective tax rate, and other tax matters; (20) fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates and the use of derivative instruments; (21) unfavorable global economic conditions, including, without limitation, increases in interest rates, elevated inflation rates, and recession risks; (22) business disruptions from natural or man-made disasters, public health crises, or other events outside our control; (23) stock price volatility; (24) our involvement in time-consuming and costly litigation or activist shareholder activities; and (25) the failure to effectively transform our operating model, manage our expenses, and achieve expected cost reductions.  The foregoing list should not be construed as exhaustive and we encourage readers to refer to the detailed discussion of risk factors included in Part I – Item 1A of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 (the “Annual Report”), as updated by Part II – Item 1A of our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q as filed with the SEC. The Company cautions readers not to place undue reliance upon any such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. The Company disclaims any obligation to subsequently revise forward-looking statements to reflect the occurrence of anticipated or unanticipated events or circumstances after the date such statements are made.

COGNEX CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in thousands, except per share amounts)

July 5, 2026

December 31, 2025

(unaudited)

ASSETS

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

$       302,521

$            262,925

Current investments

101,849

74,037

Accounts receivable, net of allowance for credit losses of $726 and $728 in 2026 and
2025, respectively

216,232

146,713

Unbilled revenue

12,684

16,980

Inventories

142,839

137,889

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

73,755

58,702

Total current assets

849,880

697,246

Non-current investments

350,643

305,339

Property, plant, and equipment, net

81,452

86,015

Operating lease assets

68,543

72,310

Goodwill

381,385

386,279

Intangible assets, net

64,464

81,100

Deferred income taxes

377,830

383,272

Other assets

4,453

4,994

Total assets

$    2,178,650

$          2,016,555

LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY

Current liabilities:

Accounts payable

$        65,060

$              50,203

Accrued expenses

80,586

91,397

Accrued income taxes

9,126

9,141

Deferred revenue and customer deposits

48,978

21,094

Operating lease liabilities

12,281

11,716

Total current liabilities

216,031

183,551

Non-current operating lease liabilities

60,196

64,870

Deferred income taxes

248,888

250,512

Reserve for income taxes

21,963

24,269

Other liabilities

2,017

1,452

Total liabilities

549,095

524,654

Shareholders’ equity:

Preferred stock, $.01 par value – Authorized: 400 shares in 2026 and 2025,
respectively; no shares issued and outstanding

Common stock, $.002 par value – Authorized: 300,000 shares in 2026 and 2025,
respectively; issued and outstanding: 168,217 and 166,997 shares in 2026 and 2025,
respectively

336

334

Additional paid-in capital

1,294,544

1,138,708

Retained earnings

397,135

406,355

Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax

(62,460)

(53,496)

Total shareholders’ equity

1,629,555

1,491,901

Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity

$    2,178,650

$          2,016,555

 

COGNEX CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
(Unaudited)
 (In thousands, except per share amounts)

Three-months Ended

Six-months Ended

July 5, 2026

June 29, 2025

July 5, 2026

June 29, 2025

Revenue

$       291,263

$       249,093

$   559,700

$   465,129

Cost of revenue (1)

85,490

81,217

162,988

152,930

Gross profit

205,773

167,876

396,712

312,199

Percentage of revenue

70.6 %

67.4 %

70.9 %

67.1 %

Research, development, and engineering expenses (1)

32,391

33,102

69,416

67,829

Percentage of revenue

11.1 %

13.3 %

12.4 %

14.6 %

Selling, general, and administrative expenses (1)

87,865

91,341

181,906

174,845

Percentage of revenue

30.2 %

36.7 %

32.5 %

37.6 %

Operating income

85,517

43,433

145,390

69,525

Percentage of revenue

29.4 %

17.4 %

26.0 %

14.9 %

Foreign currency gain (loss)

(862)

(1,503)

(2,207)

(3,956)

Investment income

5,091

4,040

9,927

8,030

Other income (expense)

(446)

2,092

(2,053)

2,261

Income before income tax expense

89,300

48,062

151,057

75,860

Income tax expense

16,544

7,551

26,597

11,746

Net income

$         72,756

$         40,511

$   124,460

$     64,114

Percentage of revenue

25.0 %

16.3 %

22.2 %

13.8 %

Net income per weighted-average common and common-
equivalent share:

Basic

$            0.43

$            0.24

$       0.75

$       0.38

Diluted

$            0.43

$            0.24

$       0.74

$       0.38

Weighted-average common and common-equivalent
shares outstanding:

Basic

167,346

167,886

166,921

168,568

Diluted

169,989

168,563

169,166

169,553

Cash dividends per common share

$          0.085

$          0.080

$      0.170

$      0.160

(1) Amounts include stock-based compensation expense, as follows:

Cost of revenue

$            592

$            537

$      1,517

$      1,205

Research, development, and engineering

3,388

3,443

8,482

8,139

Selling, general, and administrative

7,232

8,314

13,146

12,889

Total stock-based compensation expense

$         11,212

$         12,294

$    23,145

$     22,233

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

This press release includes certain non-GAAP financial measures, including adjusted gross profit and margin, adjusted operating expense, adjusted operating income and margin, adjusted EBITDA and margin, adjusted net income, adjusted earnings per share of common stock, diluted, adjusted effective tax rate, and free cash flow and free cash flow conversion rate. Cognex defines its non-GAAP metrics as follows:

Adjusted gross profit and margin: Gross margin adjusted for amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets, as well as, if applicable, restructuring charges, reorganization charges, acquisition and integration costs and one-time discrete events.Adjusted operating expense: Operating expense adjusted for amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets, as well as, if applicable, restructuring charges, reorganization charges, acquisition and integration costs and one-time discrete events.Adjusted operating income and margin: Operating income adjusted for amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets, as well as, if applicable, restructuring charges, reorganization charges, acquisition and integration costs and one-time discrete events.Adjusted EBITDA and margin: Operating income adjusted for amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets and depreciation, as well as, if applicable, restructuring charges, reorganization charges, acquisition and integration costs and one-time discrete events.Adjusted net income: Net income adjusted for amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets, as well as, if applicable, restructuring charges, reorganization charges, acquisition and integration costs, discrete tax items, tax impact on reconciling items and one-time discrete events (such as loss on sale of business).Adjusted earnings per share of common stock, diluted: Adjusted net income divided by diluted weighted average common and common-equivalent shares.Adjusted effective tax rate: Effective tax rate adjusted for discrete tax items and the net impact of the other non-GAAP adjustments.Free cash flow: Cash provided by operating activities less cash for capital expenditures.Free cash flow conversion rate: Free cash flow divided by net income or adjusted net income, as applicable.

Cognex may disclose results on a constant-currency basis as one measure to evaluate its performance and compare results between periods as if the exchange rates had remained constant period-over-period.

Cognex believes these non-GAAP financial measures are helpful because they allow investors to more accurately compare results over multiple periods using the same methodology that management employs in its budgeting process, in its review of operating results, and for forecasting and planning for future periods. Cognex’s definitions may differ from the definitions used by other companies and therefore comparability may be limited. In addition, other companies may not publish these or similar metrics. Furthermore, these measures have certain limitations in that they do not include the impact of certain non-recurring expenses that are reflected in our consolidated statement of operations that are necessary to run our business. Thus, our non-GAAP financial measures should be considered in addition to, not as substitutes for, or in isolation from, measures prepared in accordance with GAAP.

Please see the section “Reconciliation of Selected Items from GAAP to Non-GAAP” below for more detailed information regarding non-GAAP financial measures herein, including the items reflected in our adjusted financial metrics and a description of these adjustments.

COGNEX CORPORATION
RECONCILIATION OF SELECTED ITEMS FROM GAAP TO NON-GAAP
Dollars in thousands, except per share amounts 
(Unaudited)

Three-months Ended

Six-months Ended

July 5, 2026

June 29, 2025

July 5, 2026

June 29, 2025

Gross profit (GAAP)

$    205,773

$    167,876

$    396,712

$    312,199

Acquisition and integration costs

218

211

434

453

Amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets

1,323

1,382

2,660

2,720

Reorganization charges

921

1,295

86

Adjusted gross profit

$    208,235

$    169,469

$    401,101

$    315,458

GAAP gross margin

70.6 %

67.4 %

70.9 %

67.1 %

Adjusted gross margin

71.5 %

68.0 %

71.7 %

67.8 %

Operating expense (GAAP)

$    120,256

$    124,443

$    251,322

$    242,674

Acquisition and integration costs

(15)

(259)

(30)

(797)

Amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets

(972)

(1,296)

(2,167)

(2,586)

Reorganization charges

(335)

(5,090)

(1,622)

Adjusted operating expense

$    118,934

$    122,888

$    244,035

$    237,669

Operating income (GAAP)

$     85,517

$     43,433

$    145,390

$      69,525

Acquisition and integration costs

233

470

464

1,250

Amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets

2,295

2,678

4,827

5,306

Reorganization charges

1,256

6,385

1,708

Adjusted operating income

$      89,301

$     46,581

$    157,066

$      77,789

GAAP operating margin

29.4 %

17.4 %

26.0 %

14.9 %

Adjusted operating margin

30.7 %

18.7 %

28.1 %

16.7 %

Depreciation (adjusted for amounts included in Acquisition and
integration costs)

4,358

5,095

8,830

10,178

Adjusted EBITDA

$     93,659

$     51,676

$    165,896

$      87,967

Adjusted EBITDA margin

32.2 %

20.7 %

29.6 %

18.9 %

Net income (GAAP)

$     72,756

$     40,511

$    124,460

$      64,114

Acquisition and integration costs

233

470

464

1,250

Amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets

2,295

2,678

4,827

5,306

Reorganization charges

1,256

6,385

1,708

Loss on sale of business

1,539

Discrete tax (benefit) expense

450

(211)

(729)

(518)

Tax impact of reconciling items

(1,102)

(891)

(3,740)

(2,256)

Adjusted net income

$      75,888

$     42,557

$    133,206

$      69,604

Earnings per share of common stock, diluted (GAAP)

$        0.43

$        0.24

$        0.74

$        0.38

Acquisition and integration costs

0.00

0.00

0.00

0.01

Amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets

0.01

0.02

0.03

0.03

Reorganization charges

0.01

0.04

0.01

Loss on sale of business

0.01

Discrete tax (benefit) expense

0.00

0.00

0.00

0.00

Tax impact of reconciling items

(0.01)

(0.01)

(0.02)

(0.01)

Adjusted earnings per share of common stock, diluted

$        0.45

$        0.25

$        0.80

$        0.41

Effective tax rate (GAAP)

18.5 %

15.7 %

17.6 %

15.5 %

Discrete tax benefit (expense)

(0.5) %

0.4 %

0.5 %

0.7 %

Net impact of other reconciling items

0.4 %

0.7 %

0.8 %

1.1 %

Adjusted effective tax rate

18.5 %

16.9 %

18.9 %

17.3 %

Cash provided by operating activities (GAAP)

$     69,153

$     42,625

$    114,246

$      83,127

Capital expenditures

(1,532)

(2,194)

(4,289)

(4,695)

Free cash flow

$      67,621

$     40,431

$    109,957

$      78,432

Description of adjustments:

In addition to reporting financial results in accordance with U.S. GAAP, the Company also provides various non-GAAP measures that incorporate adjustments for the impacts of special items. Adjustments incorporated in the preparation of these non-GAAP measures for the periods presented include the items described below:

Depreciation:

The company incurs expense related to its normal use of property, plant and equipment.

Acquisition and integration costs:

The Company has incurred charges related to the purchase and integration of acquired businesses. During the periods presented, these costs were primarily related to the ongoing integration of Moritex Corporation, which the company acquired in the fourth quarter of 2023.

Amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets:

The Company excludes the amortization of acquired intangible assets from non-GAAP expense and income measures. These items are inconsistent in amount and frequency and are significantly impacted by the timing and size of acquisitions, and include the amortization of customer relationships, completed technologies, and trademarks that originated from prior acquisitions. The largest driver of intangible asset amortization was the acquisition of Moritex Corporation.

Reorganization charges:

The Company has incurred charges related to the reorganization of its employees. During the three-month period ended July 5, 2026, these costs consisted primarily of severance and consulting fees.

Loss on sale of business:

The Company has recognized a pre-tax loss related to the divestiture of its Japan-focused trading business, which includes direct costs associated with the divestiture incurred during the six-month period ended July 5, 2026.

Discrete tax (benefit) expense and tax impact of reconciling items:

Items unrelated to current period ordinary income or (loss) that generally relate to changes in tax laws, adjustments to prior period’s actual liability determined upon filing tax returns, adjustments to previously recorded reserves for uncertain tax positions, establishments and adjustments of valuation allowances, stock based compensation, and adjustments to deferred tax positions.We estimate the tax effect of items identified in the reconciliation by applying the statutory tax rate to the pre-tax amount.

About Cognex Corporation

For over 40 years, Cognex has been making advanced machine vision easy, paving the way for manufacturing and distribution companies to become faster, smarter, and more efficient through automation. Innovative technology in our vision sensors and systems solves critical manufacturing and distribution challenges, providing unparalleled performance for industries from automotive to consumer electronics to packaged goods.

Cognex makes these tools more capable and easier to deploy thanks to a longstanding focus on AI, helping factories and warehouses improve quality and maximize efficiency without needing highly technical expertise. We are headquartered near Boston, USA, with locations in over 30 countries and more than 30,000 customers worldwide. Learn more at cognex.com.

Investor Relations Contact:
Greer Aviv – Head of Investor Relations
Cognex Corporation
Greer.Aviv@cognex.com

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