Wall Street analyst price targets, ratings consensus & upside potential · Updated Feb 28, 2026
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
As of March 2, 2026, Cognyte Software Ltd. (CGNT) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $14.00, based on estimates from 5 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $7.09, this represents a potential upside of +97.5%. The company has a market capitalization of $511M.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $14.00 to a high of $14.00, representing a 0% spread in expectations. The median target of $14.00 aligns closely with the consensus average. The tight target dispersion indicates high conviction among analysts.
The current analyst consensus rating is Hold, with 1 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,4 rating it Hold, and 0 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. The bearish sentiment suggests caution about the stock at current levels.
From a valuation perspective, CGNT trades at a trailing P/E of -41.7x and forward P/E of 29.6x. Analysts expect EPS to grow +492.8% over the next year.
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Start ComparisonThe consensus Wall Street price target for CGNT is $14, representing 97.5% upside from the current price of $7.09. With 5 analysts covering the stock, this strong upside suggests significant value not yet reflected in today's share price.
CGNT has a consensus rating of "Hold" based on 5 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is mixed, with 4 Hold ratings making up the largest segment. The consensus 12-month price target of $14 implies 97.5% upside from current levels.
CGNT trades at a forward P/E of 29.6405x, representing a moderate valuation. With analysts targeting $14 (97.5% implied move), the stock appears reasonably valued with upside.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $14 for CGNT, while the most conservative target is $14. The consensus of $14 represents the median expectation. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
CGNT is moderately covered, with 5 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 1 have Buy ratings, 4 recommend Hold, and 0 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month CGNT stock forecast based on 5 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $14, with estimates ranging from $14 (bear case) to $14 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Hold".
CGNT trades at a forward P/E ratio of 29.6x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates. The higher forward P/E suggests near-term earnings pressure. A forward P/E is useful for comparing valuations when earnings are expected to change significantly.
Wall Street analysts are very optimistic on CGNT, with a "Hold" consensus rating and $14 price target (97.5% upside). 1 of 5 analysts rate it Buy or Strong Buy. This information is for educational purposes only. Always conduct your own research, consider your financial situation, and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
CGNT analyst price targets range from $14 to $14, a 0% tight range reflecting strong analyst consensus. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $14 consensus represents the middle ground.