National Vision (NASDAQ:EYE) Shares Up 11.1% Following Better-Than-Expected Earnings

National Vision Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:EYE)’s share price traded up 11.1% on Wednesday following a better than expected earnings announcement. The stock traded as high as $29.58 and last traded at $29.58. 786,437 shares were traded during mid-day trading, a decline of 32% from the average session volume of 1,158,297 shares. The stock had previously closed at $26.63.

The company reported $0.15 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $0.05 by $0.10. The company had revenue of $503.41 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $495.26 million. National Vision had a return on equity of 5.15% and a net margin of 1.49%.National Vision’s quarterly revenue was up 15.1% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the prior year, the firm posted ($0.04) EPS. National Vision has set its FY 2026 guidance at 0.850-1.090 EPS.

National Vision News Roundup

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

• Positive Sentiment: Several major analysts raised targets and maintained buy ratings, providing upside to the stock (UBS to $42, Citi to $40, Guggenheim to $33). These upgrades signal renewed analyst confidence following the quarter. UBS PT Raise Citi PT Raise Guggenheim PT Raise
• Positive Sentiment: Q4 results beat estimates: EPS $0.15 vs. consensus ~$0.05 and revenue $503.4M (up ~15% YoY). Management highlighted traffic, ticket growth and margin expansion — fundamental drivers that support the recent analyst optimism. Press Release
• Neutral Sentiment: FY‑2026 guidance: management set EPS guidance of $0.85–$1.09, above the street EPS consensus (~$0.81), but revenue guidance was roughly in line or slightly below some forecasts — a mixed signal that helped EPS outlook but left revenue expectations ambiguous. Slide Deck / Guidance
• Neutral Sentiment: Analyst and media coverage (earnings call transcripts and writeups) is amplifying the stock move — coverage highlights strong execution on the company’s strategic plan but also digs into guidance cadence and margin sustainability. These narratives can add volatility as investors parse details. Earnings Call Transcript
• Negative Sentiment: Some outlets flagged “soft” revenue guidance relative to expectations, which prompted cautious reactions and explains mixed short‑term sentiment despite the EPS beat — a risk that could cap gains if future top‑line momentum slows. Investing.com: Soft Guidance

Analysts Set New Price Targets

A number of analysts have recently weighed in on EYE shares. Wall Street Zen downgraded shares of National Vision from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Saturday, November 8th. Barclays boosted their price objective on shares of National Vision from $30.00 to $32.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research report on Monday. Jefferies Financial Group restated a “buy” rating and set a $40.00 target price on shares of National Vision in a research note on Thursday. Citigroup lifted their price target on National Vision from $35.00 to $40.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Thursday. Finally, UBS Group boosted their price target on National Vision from $39.00 to $42.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Thursday. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eight have issued a Buy rating, four have issued a Hold rating and one has given a Sell rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the company currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $31.21.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows

Large investors have recently modified their holdings of the company. Wellington Management Group LLP lifted its position in shares of National Vision by 1,242.5% in the 3rd quarter. Wellington Management Group LLP now owns 4,532,200 shares of the company’s stock worth $132,295,000 after purchasing an additional 4,194,614 shares during the period. American Century Companies Inc. increased its stake in National Vision by 2,030.3% in the 2nd quarter. American Century Companies Inc. now owns 3,495,751 shares of the company’s stock valued at $80,437,000 after buying an additional 3,331,657 shares during the last quarter. William Blair Investment Management LLC lifted its holdings in National Vision by 36.0% during the third quarter. William Blair Investment Management LLC now owns 4,840,473 shares of the company’s stock worth $141,293,000 after acquiring an additional 1,280,783 shares during the period. Bank of America Corp DE raised its stake in shares of National Vision by 127.9% during the 2nd quarter. Bank of America Corp DE now owns 1,965,856 shares of the company’s stock worth $45,234,000 after purchasing an additional 1,103,213 shares during the period. Finally, Fiera Capital Corp purchased a new position in National Vision in the second quarter valued at about $25,070,000.

National Vision Trading Up 0.1%

The company has a quick ratio of 0.32, a current ratio of 0.55 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.26. The firm has a market cap of $2.31 billion, a PE ratio of 78.57, a P/E/G ratio of 1.66 and a beta of 1.38. The firm has a 50 day moving average of $27.22 and a 200 day moving average of $26.56.

About National Vision

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.