Guggenheim Upgrades Cognizant Technology Solutions to Buy
On July 18, 2025, Guggenheim made a significant move by upgrading its outlook for Cognizant Technology Solutions (NasdaqGS:CTSH) from “Neutral” to “Buy.” This upgrade signals a strong belief in the company’s future performance and potential for growth. Analysts have also provided a price forecast suggesting an 18.03% upside for the stock.
As of July 16, 2025, the average one-year price target for Cognizant Technology Solutions stands at $89.32 per share. The range of forecasts spans from a low of $80.80 to a high of $108.15. This average price target reflects an increase of 18.03% compared to the latest reported closing price of $75.68 per share. Investors interested in companies with the largest price target upside can explore the leaderboard of such companies.
Financial Projections and Fund Sentiment
The projected annual revenue for Cognizant Technology Solutions is expected to reach $22,140 million, marking an increase of 10.20%. Additionally, the projected annual non-GAAP EPS is anticipated to be $5.53. These figures indicate a positive outlook for the company’s financial health and profitability.
Fund sentiment plays a crucial role in determining stock performance. Currently, there are 1,941 funds or institutions reporting positions in Cognizant Technology Solutions. This number represents an increase of 30 owners or 1.57% in the last quarter. The average portfolio weight of all funds dedicated to CTSH is 0.29%, an increase of 5.02%. Total shares owned by institutions have also seen an increase of 2.49% over the last three months, reaching 561,219K shares.
The put/call ratio of CTSH is 0.79, which indicates a bullish outlook. This ratio suggests that more investors are buying call options than put options, reflecting confidence in the stock’s upward movement.
Institutional Ownership Changes
Several major institutional investors have adjusted their holdings in Cognizant Technology Solutions. Dodge & Cox holds 18,270K shares, representing 3.71% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 18,330K shares, indicating a decrease of 0.33%. The firm decreased its portfolio allocation in CTSH by 2.89% over the last quarter.
JPMorgan Chase holds 17,569K shares, representing 3.56% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 18,297K shares, showing a decrease of 4.15%. The firm decreased its portfolio allocation in CTSH by 6.33% over the last quarter.
Pzena Investment Management holds 17,075K shares, representing 3.46% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 17,666K shares, indicating a decrease of 3.46%. The firm decreased its portfolio allocation in CTSH by 1.34% over the last quarter.
VTSMX – Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund Investor Shares holds 15,591K shares, representing 3.16% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 15,531K shares, indicating an increase of 0.38%. The firm increased its portfolio allocation in CTSH by 4.17% over the last quarter.
DODGX – Dodge & Cox Stock Fund holds 14,421K shares, representing 2.93% ownership of the company. There has been no change in the last quarter.
Company Background
Cognizant is one of the world’s leading professional services companies, transforming clients’ business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Its unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant is ranked 194 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.
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