Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation
As of Oct 23, 2026 close
- Market cap
- $32.87B
- P/E (TTM)
- 14.81
- Forward P/E
- 17.45
- Dividend yield
- 1.76%
- 52-week range
- $37.08$87.03
- Volume (live)
- -
- Avg. volume (3M)
- 6.88M
Cognizant Technology Solutions (CTSH) Stock Price & Financial Analysis
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Financial Metrics & Key Statistics
Fundamental metrics, valuation ratios, and profitability indicators
| Day's Range | $69.62 - $72.84 |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $87.03 |
| 52-Week Low | $37.08 |
| Open | $72.83 |
| Volume (last close) | 6.35M |
| Average Volume (3M) | 6.88M |
| Revenue (TTM) | 21.64B |
|---|---|
| Net Income (TTM) | 2.22B |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | 2.60B |
| EPS (TTM) | $4.64 |
| Profit Margin | 10.26% |
| Operating Margin | 15.88% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 15.35% |
| Debt to Equity | 0.11 |
| Annual Dividend | $1.30 |
|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.76% |
| Payout Ratio | 27.99% |
| Last Dividend Ex-Date | Aug 18, 2026 |
| Market Cap | 32.87B |
|---|---|
| Shares Outstanding | 466.00M |
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 14.81 |
| Forward P/E | 17.45 |
| Price to Sales (P/S) | 1.52 |
| Price to Book (P/B) | 2.27 |
| EV/EBITDA | 8.36 |
| 50-Day MA | $60.76 |
|---|---|
| 200-Day MA | $59.63 |
| 1-Year Change | +8.36% |
Source: Market prices and company fundamentals. Data as of Oct 23, 2026. Data sources and methodology
Cognizant Technology Solutions at a Glance
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, Cognizant Technology Solutions (CTSH) has a market capitalization of $32.87B. The stock trades at 14.8× trailing earnings, 17.4× forward earnings and 1.5× sales. Over the trailing twelve months it earned $2.22B on revenue of $21.64B (a 10.3% profit margin) and generated $2.60B of free cash flow. Revenue grew 5.6% year over year.
As of its latest reported balance sheet, it holds $1.04B in cash and securities against $1.56B of debt, a net debt position of $522.00M.
Cognizant Technology Solutions pays a quarterly dividend totaling $1.30 per share a year, a 1.76% yield at the Oct 23, 2026 close, with a 28% payout ratio and 6 consecutive years of dividend increases.
The share price is up 8.4% over the past year. At $70.54 (the Oct 23, 2026 close) it sits within its 52-week range of $37.08 to $87.03, above its 200-day moving average of $59.63.
Based on 20 professional analyst ratings from the past 90 days, the consensus is Hold with an average price target of $67.71, 4.0% below the Oct 23, 2026 close.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cognizant Technology Solutions
What is the current stock price for CTSH?
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, CTSH stock trades at $70.54. The 52-week range is $37.08–$87.03, with a day range of $69.62–$72.84.
What is the P/E ratio for CTSH?
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, Cognizant Technology Solutions's trailing twelve-month (TTM) P/E ratio is 14.8, meaning investors pay $14.8 for every $1 of annual earnings. The forward P/E is 17.4, reflecting analyst expectations for future earnings. Cognizant Technology Solutions operates in the Technology sector.
Does CTSH pay dividends?
Yes, Cognizant Technology Solutions pays a 1.76% annual dividend yield as of the Oct 23, 2026 close ($1.30 per share a year). The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 28.0%. The most recent ex-dividend date was August 18, 2026.
What do analysts recommend for CTSH?
Based on ratings from 20 professional analysts over the last 90 days, the consensus for CTSH is Hold. The average 12-month price target is $67.71, a 4.0% downside from the Oct 23, 2026 close of $70.54.
What is the market cap of CTSH?
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, Cognizant Technology Solutions's market capitalization is $32.87B, classifying it as a large-cap company. Cognizant Technology Solutions operates in the Technology sector within the Information Technology Services industry.