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Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp
NASDAQ:CTSH

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Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp
NASDAQ:CTSH
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Price: 74.57 USD 1.86% Market Closed
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Intrinsic Value

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp. engages in the provision of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services. [ Read More ]

The intrinsic value of one CTSH stock under the Base Case scenario is 79.39 USD. Compared to the current market price of 74.57 USD, Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp is Undervalued by 6%.

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CTSH Intrinsic Value
Base Case
79.39 USD
Undervaluation 6%
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Fundamental Analysis

Cognizant's Steady Performance Amid Uncertain Market Conditions
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Cognizant's Steady Performance Amid Uncertain Market Conditions

In Q1 2024, Cognizant reported a revenue of $4.8 billion, a 1% year-over-year decline, but exceeded their guidance range. Adjusted operating margin expanded by 50 basis points to 15.1%, indicative of effective cost optimization. Key highlights include eight large contracts over $100 million and improved voluntary attrition rates. The revenue outlook for Q2 2024 is set at $4.75 to $4.82 billion, while full-year projections range from $18.9 to $19.7 billion. Despite a challenging market, the company continues to focus on cost-saving transformations and strategic deals to sustain growth.

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Balance Sheet Decomposition
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp

Current Assets 7.1B
Cash & Short-Term Investments 2.2B
Receivables 3.8B
Other Current Assets 1B
Non-Current Assets 11.3B
Long-Term Investments 83m
PP&E 1.6B
Intangibles 7.6B
Other Non-Current Assets 2.1B
Current Liabilities 3B
Accounts Payable 291m
Accrued Liabilities 2.2B
Other Current Liabilities 482m
Non-Current Liabilities 1.9B
Long-Term Debt 598m
Other Non-Current Liabilities 1.3B
Efficiency

Earnings Waterfall
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp

Revenue
19.3B USD
Cost of Revenue
-12.7B USD
Gross Profit
6.6B USD
Operating Expenses
-3.7B USD
Operating Income
2.9B USD
Other Expenses
-842m USD
Net Income
2.1B USD

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Fundamental Scores

CTSH Profitability Score
Profitability Due Diligence

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp's profitability score is 58/100. The higher the profitability score, the more profitable the company is.

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58/100
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Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp's profitability score is 58/100. The higher the profitability score, the more profitable the company is.

CTSH Solvency Score
Solvency Due Diligence

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp's solvency score is 82/100. The higher the solvency score, the more solvent the company is.

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Low D/E
Negative Net Debt
Long-Term Solvency
82/100
Solvency
Score

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp's solvency score is 82/100. The higher the solvency score, the more solvent the company is.

Wall St
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CTSH Price Targets Summary
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp

Wall Street analysts forecast CTSH stock price to rise over the next 12 months.

According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for CTSH is 77.62 USD with a low forecast of 65.65 USD and a high forecast of 96.6 USD.

Lowest
Price Target
65.65 USD
12% Downside
Average
Price Target
77.62 USD
4% Upside
Highest
Price Target
96.6 USD
30% Upside
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Price Appreciation

CTSH Price
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp

1M 1M
+10%
6M 6M
-4%
1Y 1Y
+12%
3Y 3Y
+11%
5Y 5Y
+20%
10Y 10Y
+59%
Annual Price Range
74.57
52w Low
63.3
52w High
79.82
Price Metrics
Average Annual Return 0.97%
Standard Deviation of Annual Returns 27.9%
Max Drawdown -44%
Shares Statistics
Market Capitalization 37.1B USD
Shares Outstanding 497 199 008
Percentage of Shares Shorted 3.68%

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Company Profile

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Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp

Country

United States of America

Industry

Technology

Market Cap

37.1B USD

Dividend Yield

1.58%

Description

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp. engages in the provision of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services. The company is headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey and currently employs 330,600 full-time employees. Its services include digital services and solutions, consulting, application development, systems integration, application testing, application maintenance, infrastructure services and business process services. The company is focused on areas, namely Internet of Things (IoT), digital engineering, data and cloud. The firm operates through four segments: Financial Services, Healthcare, Products and Resources, and Communications, Media and Technology. The Healthcare segment consists of healthcare providers and payers as well as life sciences companies, including pharmaceutical, biotech and medical device companies. The Products and Resources segment includes manufacturers, retailers, travel and hospitality companies, as well as companies providing logistics, energy and utility services. Its Communications, Media and Technology includes information, media and entertainment, communications and technology companies.

Contact

NEW JERSEY
Teaneck
300 Frank W. Burr Blvd., Ste. 36, 6 Fl.
+12018010233.0
https://www.cognizant.com/

IPO

1998-06-24

Employees

330 600

Officers

Executive VP, Chief Legal Officer, Chief Administrative Officer & Corporate Secretary
Mr. John Sunshin Kim
Executive VP and President of Intuitive Operations, Automation & Industry Solutions
Mr. Balu Ganesh Ayyar
Executive VP & President of Americas
Mr. Surya Gummadi
CEO & Director
Mr. Ravi Kumar Singisetti
Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Jatin Pravinchandra Dalal
Executive VP & Chief Operating Officer
Mr. Srinivasan Veeraraghavachary
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Senior VP, Corporate Controller & Chief Accounting Officer
Mr. Robert Telesmanic
Vice President of Investor Relations
Mr. Tyler J. Scott
Chief Communications Officer
Mr. Jeff DeMarrais
Executive VP & Chief Marketing Officer
Mr. Gaurav Chand
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What is the Intrinsic Value of one CTSH stock?

The intrinsic value of one CTSH stock under the Base Case scenario is 79.39 USD.

Is CTSH stock undervalued or overvalued?

Compared to the current market price of 74.57 USD, Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp is Undervalued by 6%.