National Vision Holdings (EYE)
NASDAQ:EYE
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EYE Stock Chart & Stats
$25.68
-$0.26(-2.39%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$25.68
-$0.26(-2.39%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$14.75 - $30.02
Previous CloseN/A
Volume220.93K
Average Volume (3M)2.97M
Market Cap
$1.34B
Enterprise Value$1.93B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$67.90M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$692.13M
Price to Earnings (P/E)28.7
Beta1.01
Next Earnings
Aug 06, 2026EPS Estimate
0.19Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.58
Shares Outstanding80,116,670
10 Day Avg. Volume2,875,374
30 Day Avg. Volume2,972,582
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.35
Price to Book (P/B)2.36
Price to Sales (P/S)1.03
P/FCF Ratio27.96
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.44
Enterprise Value/Revenue0.96
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit1.76
Enterprise Value/Ebitda11.38
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$29.00Price Target Upside12.93% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering8
EPS Forecast (FY)0.97
Revenue Forecast (FY)$2.06B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Cash GenerationMaterial, positive trailing‑12‑month operating cash flow (~$176M) and free cash flow (~$106M) give National Vision durable internal funding for capex, ~30–35 store openings, buybacks and gradual debt reduction. For a low‑margin retailer, cash generation supports execution of strategic initiatives and cushions short‑term profitability swings over the next several quarters.
Meaningful Margin ImprovementA 210 bp YoY expansion to a 10.2% adjusted operating margin demonstrates operational leverage from cost discipline, mix premiumization and pricing. Sustained double‑digit adjusted margins provide more durable earnings power, underpinning cash flow and enabling reinvestment even if comps growth moderates.
Scale, Footprint And Strategic Distribution WinsA 1,274‑store fleet plus exclusive AAFES military optical coverage creates stable, recurring distribution and defensible access to a captive customer base. Combined with targeted brand rollouts and franchise formats, this scale supports sourcing, premium assortment rollouts and cost spread benefits that bolster structural competitive positioning.
Bears Say
Thin Profitability And Low ROENet and operating margins remain thin, and reported ROE (~3.5% TTM) is low for capital deployed. This limited profit cushion increases vulnerability to input cost inflation, promotional pressure, or traffic softness and constrains the pace at which the company can scale profitability without sustained mix improvement or sizable cost reductions.
Inventory Build And Working‑capital RiskA ~22% inventory increase to support premium assortments ties up cash and raises markdown and obsolescence risk in a low‑margin retail model. If demand or traffic does not recover as expected, elevated working capital can pressure free cash flow and force promotional activity that erodes margins over multiple quarters.
Digital Replatform Execution RiskThe e‑commerce/CRM replatform is a structural modernization but introduced execution risk: disrupted integrations raised CPAs and reduced exam bookings. Because digital channels materially drive acquisition and exam scheduling, continued execution missteps could depress ticket conversion and raise long‑term customer‑acquisition costs until recovery completes.
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EYE FAQ
What was National Vision Holdings’s price range in the past 12 months?
National Vision Holdings lowest stock price was $14.75 and its highest was $30.02 in the past 12 months.
What is National Vision Holdings’s market cap?
National Vision Holdings’s market cap is $1.34B.
When is National Vision Holdings’s upcoming earnings report date?
National Vision Holdings’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 06, 2026 which is in 44 days.
How were National Vision Holdings’s earnings last quarter?
National Vision Holdings released its earnings results on May 13, 2026. The company reported $0.45 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.427 by $0.023.
Is National Vision Holdings overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts National Vision Holdings’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does National Vision Holdings pay dividends?
National Vision Holdings does not currently pay dividends.
What is National Vision Holdings’s EPS estimate?
National Vision Holdings’s EPS estimate is 0.19.
How many shares outstanding does National Vision Holdings have?
National Vision Holdings has 80,116,670 shares outstanding.
What happened to National Vision Holdings’s price movement after its last earnings report?
National Vision Holdings reported an EPS of $0.45 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.427. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -19.198%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of National Vision Holdings?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in EYE
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National Vision Holdings Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$29.00 (12.93% Upside)
$29.00 (12.93% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
EYE Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 66%
Sector Average 66%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 526.2K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth $776.0K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 4.5%
Last 30 Days ▼ 10.8%
Last 30 Days ▼ 10.8%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-27.04%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
5.36%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
0.50%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
National Vision Holdings
National Vision Holdings, Inc. operates as a leading optical retail chain across the United States, conducting business through its various subsidiary companies. The company's operations are categorized into two primary divisions: Owned & Host, and Legacy. It offers a comprehensive range of vision care products, including eyeglasses, contact lenses, and optical accessories. Eye examinations and optometric services are also provided through its extensive network of branded stores, which include America's Best, Eyeglass World, Vista Optical, Fred Meyer, Vista Optical military, and Vision Center outlets, alongside health maintenance organization services. As of January 1, 2022, National Vision maintained a significant retail footprint with 1,278 physical stores and a robust online presence through multiple e-commerce platforms. Established in 1990, the company is headquartered in Duluth, Georgia.
EYE Company Deck
EYE Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call emphasized solid operational progress: revenue grew 6.6%, comps rose 4.5%, adjusted operating margin expanded 210 bps to 10.2%, and adjusted EPS improved to $0.45. Management reinforced strategic initiatives—premiumization, new lens/brand launches, Ray-Ban/Oakley Meta expansion, store segmentation, CRM improvements, and a modernized e-commerce platform—and reaffirmed FY2026 guidance. Key near-term challenges are a traffic disruption from the recent website replatform (affecting exam bookings and lower-funnel marketing), suppressed cash-pay traffic (-1.2% traffic) and inventory build (+22%) to support premium assortments. Management views these lowlights as temporary and offset by ticket/mix tailwinds, cost savings, and structural initiatives. Net of positives and negatives, the tone and fundamentals point to continued improvement and confidence in the company’s multi-quarter plan.View all EYE earnings summariesEYE Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$29.00
▲(12.93% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
1.96% Insiders
37.88% Mutual Funds
30.51% Other Institutional Investors
0.76% Public Companies and
Individual Investors