National Vision Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:EYE) Receives Consensus Recommendation of “Moderate Buy” from Brokerages

Shares of National Vision Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:EYE) have received an average rating of “Moderate Buy” from the eleven brokerages that are presently covering the stock, Marketbeat.com reports. Four analysts have rated the stock with a hold recommendation and seven have assigned a buy recommendation to the company. The average 1-year price objective among brokerages that have issued a report on the stock in the last year is $30.3636.

Several analysts recently commented on EYE shares. Weiss Ratings reaffirmed a “hold (c)” rating on shares of National Vision in a research note on Tuesday. UBS Group dropped their price objective on National Vision from $36.00 to $34.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research note on Thursday. Roth Capital reissued a “buy” rating and set a $27.00 price objective on shares of National Vision in a report on Thursday. Citigroup reduced their target price on shares of National Vision from $39.00 to $35.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a research note on Thursday. Finally, Barclays lowered their target price on shares of National Vision from $38.00 to $27.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a report on Thursday, May 14th.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On National Vision

Institutional investors and hedge funds have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Connor Clark & Lunn Investment Management Ltd. bought a new stake in National Vision during the second quarter worth about $2,817,000. William Blair Investment Management LLC bought a new position in shares of National Vision in the second quarter valued at approximately $90,248,000. NFJ Investment Group LLC acquired a new position in shares of National Vision in the 2nd quarter worth approximately $2,069,000. Meeder Asset Management Inc. acquired a new position in shares of National Vision in the 2nd quarter worth approximately $101,000. Finally, BlackRock Inc. acquired a new position in shares of National Vision in the 2nd quarter worth approximately $230,295,000.

National Vision Stock Down 2.4%

Shares of EYE opened at $19.05 on Friday. The company has a quick ratio of 0.37, a current ratio of 0.62 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.25. The company has a 50-day moving average price of $19.55 and a two-hundred day moving average price of $22.65. The stock has a market cap of $1.53 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 31.23, a P/E/G ratio of 1.70 and a beta of 1.02. National Vision has a 12 month low of $14.75 and a 12 month high of $30.02.

National Vision (NASDAQ:EYE) last released its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, August 12th. The company reported $0.25 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.18 by $0.07. National Vision had a return on equity of 6.82% and a net margin of 2.47%.The company had revenue of $498.81 million for the quarter. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $0.18 earnings per share. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 2.6% on a year-over-year basis. Equities analysts predict that National Vision will post 0.58 EPS for the current fiscal year.

National Vision News Roundup

Here are the key news stories impacting National Vision this week:

• Positive Sentiment: National Vision reported second-quarter adjusted earnings of $0.25 per share, ahead of estimates ranging from $0.17 to $0.18, while revenue reached $498.81 million, up 2.6% year over year. The company also expanded its operating margin and raised its 2026 profit outlook. National Vision surpasses second-quarter earnings and revenue estimates
• Positive Sentiment: Management projected 2026 adjusted operating income of $119 million to $139 million, offering investors evidence of improving profitability despite ongoing cost and margin pressures. National Vision 2026 operating income outlook
• Positive Sentiment: Citigroup lowered its price target from $39 to $35 but maintained a Buy rating. The revised target still indicates substantial potential upside based on the cited current share price. Citigroup price target update
• Neutral Sentiment: The earnings release showed year-over-year EPS growth from $0.18 to $0.25 and modest revenue growth, but the company’s low net margin of 2.31% and 6.41% return on equity highlight limited profitability. National Vision second-quarter financial results
• Negative Sentiment: Investors remain concerned that National Vision is losing higher-paying self-pay customers. Gross-margin pressure and a narrowed comparable-sales outlook of 3% to 5% temper the positive earnings and guidance news. National Vision customer mix concerns

National Vision Company Profile

National Vision Holdings, Inc is an American optical retailer specializing in accessible vision care and eyewear. The company operates under multiple retail banners, offering comprehensive eye health services and a wide range of optical products. Since its founding in the early 1990s, National Vision has focused on providing value-driven solutions, targeting underserved and price‐conscious consumer segments.

Through its primary retail brands—including America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses, Eyeglass World, Optical America and Vista Optical—National Vision delivers services such as comprehensive eye examinations, prescription eyewear, contact lenses, sunglasses and lens accessories.