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About Cisco Systems

Cisco Systems is the largest provider of networking equipment in the world and one of the largest software companies in the world. Its largest businesses are selling networking hardware and software (where it has leading market shares) and cybersecurity software such as firewalls. It also has collaboration products, like its Webex suite, and observability tools. It primarily outsources its manufacturing to third parties and has a large sales and marketing staff—25,000 strong across 90 countries. Overall, Cisco employs 80,000 people and sells its products globally.

Ticker

$CSCO

Sector

Communication
Primary listing

Employees

90,400

Cisco Systems Metrics

BasicAdvanced
$268B
25.93
$2.61
0.91
$1.62
2.42%

What the Analysts think about Cisco Systems

Analyst ratings (Buy, Hold, Sell) for Cisco Systems stock.

Bulls say / Bears say

Cisco’s AI infrastructure orders totaled over $2 billion in fiscal 2025, more than double its original $1 billion target, underscoring robust demand from webscale customers and positioning the company as a key AI infrastructure provider. (Reuters)
Fourth-quarter revenue grew 8% year-over-year to $14.67 billion, beating estimates, and Cisco’s guidance for Q1 FY 2026 of $14.65 billion to $14.85 billion surpasses Wall Street expectations, reflecting continued momentum across networking product orders. (Reuters)
Cisco expanded its share repurchase program by $15 billion, demonstrating strong cash flow generation and commitment to shareholder returns amid ongoing investments in high-growth areas. (Reuters)
Cisco announced plans to cut 7% of its global workforce, recognizing up to $1 billion in pre-tax charges, signaling internal cost pressures and volatility despite its AI and networking investments. (Reuters)
Reduced federal spending led to a decline in Cisco’s public sector orders, highlighting vulnerability to government budget cycles and potential shortfalls in a key revenue segment. (Reuters)
Cisco’s Q3 adjusted gross margin outlook factors in the near-term impact of U.S. tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico, indicating persistent cost headwinds that could pressure profitability. (Reuters)
Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 28 Aug 2025.

Cisco Systems Financial Performance

Revenues and expenses
QuarterlyAnnual
Q3 24
QoQ growth
Revenue
$37B
-39.75%
Net income
$45B
107.52%
Profit margin
37.65%
6.78%

Cisco Systems Earnings Performance

Company profitability
QuarterlyAnnual
Q4 23
Q1 24
Q2 24
Q3 24
Q4 24
Actual
$3.69
$2.85
$2.45
$2.42
-
Expected
$3.55
$2.61
$2.05
$2.31
$3.94
Surprise
3.94%
9.20%
19.51%
4.63%
-
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