Is CGNT a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, Cognyte Software Ltd. (CGNT) receives a "Hold" rating with a composite score of 41.2/100. It is ranked #1,308 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 39/100, Value 37/100, Momentum 44/100. The timing signal is "Neutral". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for CGNT?

Cognyte Software Ltd. (CGNT) has a "Hold" rating and 3-star score. The composite score of 41.2 ranks it #1,308 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is CGNT in?

Cognyte Software Ltd. operates in the Technology sector (Computer Software industry) with a market cap of $593 million. It is classified as a small-cap stock.

Does CGNT pay a dividend?

CGNT does not currently pay a regular dividend. The company may be reinvesting profits for growth.

What is CGNT's P/E ratio?

P/E ratio data is not currently available for CGNT, which may indicate the company is not yet profitable.

How profitable is CGNT?

CGNT's quality factor score is 39/100. Gross margin: 70.4%. ROE: -14.6% vs sector average -1.4%. High margins suggest pricing power and competitive moats.

How is CGNT valued compared to peers?

CGNT's value factor score is 37/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: , EV/EBITDA 19.0x. Trading at a premium relative to peers.

What is CGNT's debt level?

CGNT's debt-to-equity ratio is 0%. Sector average: 43%. Low leverage suggests conservative financial management.

CGNT has a beta of 0.89, meaning it tracks the market. Stability score: 51/100.

Does CGNT have high short interest?

CGNT's short interest factor score is 42/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

CGNT Stock Analysis: Top Small-Cap Hold (Score 41.2/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
CGNT	-4.25%	-3.45%	-5.48%	-13.72%	-12.70%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLK	+0.39%	+4.88%	+2.05%	-0.94%	-26.62%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	-4.18%	-7.06%	-5.81%	-13.36%	-42.23%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	-4.64%	-8.33%	-7.52%	-12.79%	+13.92%	-	-	-

Metric	CGNT	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	-22.1x	-149%
EV/EBITDA	19.0x	+48%
Price / Book	3.2x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
VRSN VERISIGN INC/CA	56	79	59	40	30.3x	-41.1%	88.0%	50.6%	8.3%	-87.0x	$23.0B	VS
IHS IHS Holding Ltd	55	42	63	63	-	-616.0%	48.0%	-96.1%	-	365.0x	$2.8B	VS
LHX L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES, INC. /DE/	55	50	52	66	38.3x	9.0%	25.5%	8.1%	10.3%	110.0x	$66.1B	VS
ESP ESPEY MFG & ELECTRONICS CORP	53	48	44	71	26.3x	12.8%	29.0%	17.1%	-11.7%	66.0x	$169M	VS
NYAX Nayax Ltd.	52	38	46	78	-	-13.6%	44.6%	-1.8%	-	30.0x	$2.2B	VS
ESE ESCO TECHNOLOGIES INC	52	49	40	69	69.6x	7.4%	40.8%	10.4%	16.3%	9.0x	$7.6B	VS
INTT INTEST CORP	52	50	32	72	-	-3.2%	43.1%	-3.1%	-22.8%	46.0x	$179M	VS
KARO Karooooo Ltd.	49	50	72	53	-	117.1%	69.5%	20.3%	-	10.0x	$1.6B	VS
MTC MMTec, Inc.	47	32	40	96	-	-1,370.8%	81.6%	-4,879.7%	-	120.0x	$136M	VS
CCLD CareCloud, Inc.	47	38	71	60	11.9x	18.5%	48.0%	9.6%	10.6%	47.0x	$154M	VS
CGNT Cognyte Software Ltd.	41	39	37	44	-	-14.6%	70.4%	-2.1%	-	0.0x	$593M

Key Ratio	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020
Gross Margin %	0.7%	0.7%	0.7%	0.6%	0.7%	0.7%	0.6%
Operating Margin %	-0.0%	-0.0%	-0.1%	-0.3%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%
EBITDA Margin %	0.0%	0.0%	-0.0%	-0.3%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
Net Margin %	-0.0%	-0.0%	-0.0%	-0.4%	-0.0%	0.0%	0.1%
FCF Margin %	9.6%	9.6%	8.1%	-15.6%	-3.2%	11.7%	10.0%
ROE %	-0.1%	-0.0%	-0.1%	-0.6%	-0.0%	0.1%	0.1%
ROA %	-0.1%	-0.0%	-0.0%	-0.2%	-0.0%	0.0%	0.0%
ROIC %	-4.7%	-4.7%	-11.6%	-51.2%	3.7%	8.1%	8.9%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020
	$351M	$351M	$313M	$312M	$474M	$443M	$457M
	$247M	$247M	$215M	$192M	$342M	$311M	$293M
Gross Margin	70.4%	70.4%	68.7%	61.6%	72.1%	70.1%	64.1%
	—	$108M	$107M	$140M	$143M	$129M	$111M
Depreciation	—	$14M	$14M	$18M	$21M	$23M	$17M
	-$5M	-$5M	-$18M	-$103M	$11M	$18M	$27M
EBIT	-$5M	-$5M	-$18M	-$103M	$11M	$18M	$27M
EBITDA	$7M	$7M	-$1M	-$78M	$30M	$46M	$44M
Operating Margin	-1.5%	-1.5%	-5.8%	-33.1%	2.3%	4.1%	6.0%
EBITDA Margin	2.0%	2.0%	-0.4%	-25.0%	6.2%	10.4%	9.7%
	—	$100K	$16K	$2M	$196K	$185K	$481K
	—	$3M	-$2M	$13M	$19M	$4M	$3M
	-$7M	-$7M	-$12M	-$110M	-$10M	$20M	$27M
Net Margin	-2.1%	-2.1%	-3.7%	-35.2%	-2.2%	4.6%	6.0%
	$-0.17	$-0.17	$-0.22	$-1.68	$-0.22	$0.22	$0.31
Diluted EPS	$-0.17	$-0.17	$-0.22	$-1.68	$-0.22	$0.22	$0.31

Cognyte Software Ltd. (CGNT) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does Cognyte Software Ltd. Do?

Cognyte Software Ltd. provides an investigative analytics software to governments and enterprises worldwide. Its Actionable Intelligence for a Safer World, an open software designed to help governments and enterprises accelerate and enhance the effectiveness of investigations. The company also offers network intelligence analytics, open source and threat intelligence analytics, and operational intelligence analytics solutions. Its solutions are designed to support various use cases and support a range of users, including data analysts, investigation managers, and security operations center operators, as well as operational field teams. In addition, the company provides customer support, professional, and integration services. Its government customers include national, regional, and local government agencies; and enterprise customers consist of commercial and physical security customers. The company was incorporated in 2020 and is headquartered in Herzliya, Israel. Cognyte Software Ltd. (CGNT) is classified as a small-cap stock in the Technology sector, specifically within the Computer Software industry. The company is led by CEO Elad Sharon and employs approximately 2,000 people. With a market capitalization of $593M, CGNT is one of the notable companies in the Technology sector.

Cognyte Software Ltd. (CGNT) Stock Rating — Hold (April 2026)

As of April 2026, Cognyte Software Ltd. receives a Hold rating with a composite score of 41.2/100 and 3 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.CGNT ranks #1,308 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Technology sector, Cognyte Software Ltd. ranks #144 of 584 stocks, placing it in the top quartile of its Technology peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

CGNT Stock Price and 52-Week Range

Cognyte Software Ltd. (CGNT) currently trades at $8.11. The stock lost $0.36 (4.3%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for CGNT is $11.65, which means the stock is currently trading -30.4% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $6.29, putting the stock 28.9% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 387K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is CGNT Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

Cognyte Software Ltd. (CGNT) carries a value factor score of 37/100 in the Blank Capital model, signaling premium valuation that prices in significant future growth. The price-to-book ratio stands at 3.22x, versus the sector average of 3.16x. The price-to-sales ratio is 0.45x, compared to 1.06x for the average Technology stock. On an enterprise value basis, CGNT trades at 18.98x EV/EBITDA, versus 12.79x for the sector.

At current multiples, Cognyte Software Ltd. trades at a premium to most Technology peers. This elevated valuation may be justified if the company can sustain above-average growth rates and profitability, but it also creates downside risk if earnings disappoint expectations.

Cognyte Software Ltd. Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

Cognyte Software Ltd. (CGNT) earns a quality factor score of 39/100, signaling below-average profitability metrics relative to the broader market. The return on equity (ROE) is -14.6%, compared to the Technology sector average of -1.4%, which is below typical expectations for high-quality companies. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at -5.8% versus the sector average of -1.0%.

On a margin basis, Cognyte Software Ltd. reports gross margins of 70.4%, compared to 50.9% for the sector. The operating margin is -1.5% (sector: -0.5%). Net profit margin stands at -2.1%, versus -1.5% for the average Technology stock. Profitability is below benchmark levels, which may reflect industry headwinds, elevated reinvestment, or structural challenges.

CGNT Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

Cognyte Software Ltd. has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.0%, compared to the Technology sector average of 43.0%. The low leverage indicates a conservative balance sheet with significant financial flexibility. Total debt on the balance sheet is $0. Cash and equivalents stand at $113M.

CGNT has a beta of 0.89, meaning it is roughly in line with the broader market in terms of price volatility. The stability factor score for Cognyte Software Ltd. is 51/100, reflecting average volatility within the normal range for its sector.

Cognyte Software Ltd. Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, Cognyte Software Ltd. reported revenue of $351M and earnings per share (EPS) of $-0.17. Net income for the quarter was $-7M. Gross margin was 70.4%. Operating income came in at $-5M.

In FY 2025, Cognyte Software Ltd. reported revenue of $351M and earnings per share (EPS) of $-0.17. Net income for the quarter was $-7M. Gross margin was 70.4%. Revenue grew 11.9% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $-5M.

In FY 2024, Cognyte Software Ltd. reported revenue of $313M and earnings per share (EPS) of $-0.22. Net income for the quarter was $-12M. Gross margin was 68.7%. Revenue grew 0.4% year-over-year compared to FY 2023. Operating income came in at $-18M.

In FY 2023, Cognyte Software Ltd. reported revenue of $312M and earnings per share (EPS) of $-1.68. Net income for the quarter was $-110M. Gross margin was 61.6%. Revenue grew -34.2% year-over-year compared to FY 2022. Operating income came in at $-103M.

Over the past 7 quarters, Cognyte Software Ltd. has experienced revenue contraction from $457M to $351M. Investors analyzing CGNT stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

CGNT Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

Cognyte Software Ltd. (CGNT) does not currently pay a dividend. This is common among smaller companies in the Computer Software industry that prefer to reinvest cash flows into business expansion rather than returning capital to shareholders. Income-focused investors looking for Technology dividend stocks may want to explore other Technology stocks or use the stock screener to filter by dividend yield.

CGNT Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

Cognyte Software Ltd. (CGNT) has a momentum factor score of 44/100, reflecting neutral trend characteristics. The stock is neither significantly outperforming nor underperforming the broader market on a momentum basis. The investment factor score is 36/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 42/100 reflects moderate short selling activity.

CGNT vs Competitors — Technology Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Technology sector, Cognyte Software Ltd. (CGNT) ranks #144 out of 584 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places CGNT in the top quartile of all Technology stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include IHS Holding Ltd (IHS) with a score of 55.0/100, VERISIGN INC/CA (VRSN) with a score of 56.0/100, ESCO TECHNOLOGIES INC (ESE) with a score of 51.7/100, CareCloud, Inc. (CCLD) with a score of 46.9/100, and MMTec, Inc. (MTC) with a score of 47.4/100.

Comparing CGNT against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full CGNT vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how Cognyte Software Ltd. stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

CGNT Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for Cognyte Software Ltd. (CGNT) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy CGNT? — Investment Thesis Summary

Cognyte Software Ltd. presents a balanced picture with arguments on both sides. The quality score of 39/100 flags below-average profitability. The value score of 37/100 indicates premium valuation.

In summary, Cognyte Software Ltd. (CGNT) earns a Hold rating with a composite score of 41.2/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on CGNT stock.

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