Allspring Global Investments Holdings LLC Decreases Position in National Vision Holdings, Inc. $EYE

Allspring Global Investments Holdings LLC lessened its position in National Vision Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:EYE) by 24.9% during the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 375,239 shares of the company’s stock after selling 124,477 shares during the period. Allspring Global Investments Holdings LLC’s holdings in National Vision were worth $8,976,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.

Other institutional investors have also recently made changes to their positions in the company. Kestra Advisory Services LLC bought a new position in National Vision in the 4th quarter valued at approximately $28,000. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC raised its stake in shares of National Vision by 176.8% in the fourth quarter. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 1,614 shares of the company’s stock worth $42,000 after purchasing an additional 1,031 shares during the last quarter. Quarry LP raised its stake in shares of National Vision by 317.4% in the third quarter. Quarry LP now owns 1,653 shares of the company’s stock worth $48,000 after purchasing an additional 1,257 shares during the last quarter. Caitong International Asset Management Co. Ltd bought a new position in shares of National Vision during the fourth quarter valued at $47,000. Finally, Rockefeller Capital Management L.P. lifted its holdings in shares of National Vision by 416.9% during the fourth quarter. Rockefeller Capital Management L.P. now owns 2,047 shares of the company’s stock valued at $53,000 after purchasing an additional 1,651 shares in the last quarter.

National Vision Price Performance

Shares of NASDAQ:EYE opened at $19.82 on Thursday. 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 stock has a market capitalization of $1.59 billion, a PE ratio of 34.77, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.73 and a beta of 1.04. The firm’s 50 day moving average price is $18.03 and its 200-day moving average price is $23.29. National Vision Holdings, Inc. has a twelve month low of $14.75 and a twelve month high of $30.02.

National Vision (NASDAQ:EYE) last announced its earnings results on Wednesday, May 13th. The company reported $0.45 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.43 by $0.02. National Vision had a net margin of 2.31% and a return on equity of 6.41%. The company had revenue of $543.88 million during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $545.09 million. During the same period in the previous year, the business posted $0.34 earnings per share. The firm’s quarterly revenue was up 6.6% compared to the same quarter last year. National Vision has set its FY 2026 guidance at 0.850-1.090 EPS. Equities research analysts expect that National Vision Holdings, Inc. will post 0.58 EPS for the current year.

Analyst Ratings Changes

Several equities research analysts recently commented on the company. Citigroup reduced their price objective on National Vision from $40.00 to $39.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a report on Friday, May 15th. Morgan Stanley lowered their target price on shares of National Vision from $30.00 to $22.00 and set an “equal weight” rating on the stock in a research note on Thursday, May 14th. Roth Capital set a $25.00 price target on shares of National Vision in a report on Thursday, May 14th. Barclays dropped their price target 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. Finally, Wells Fargo & Company reduced their price target on shares of National Vision from $30.00 to $20.00 and set an “equal weight” rating for the company in a research note on Thursday, May 14th. Seven research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and five have issued a Hold rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the stock presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $30.08.

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.