NASDAQ:CSCO
Cisco (CSCO)
114.17
+1.41 (1.25%)
as of Jul 24, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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Jul 25, 2026, 12:00 amThis summary was created by AI, based on 16 opinions in the last 12 months.
Cisco, trading under the symbol CSCO-Q, is positioning itself for substantial growth driven by advancements in network technology and cybersecurity. Analysts have a positive outlook, predicting earnings per share and revenue growth in upcoming quarters. With a price-to-earnings ratio of 36 and a return on equity of 25%, Cisco is seen as defensively valued. Investment strategies include aggressive stock buybacks, although increasing debt levels are noted. While there are concerns about competition and market expectations, overall sentiment remains optimistic about Cisco's ability to leverage its products in the growing AI and data center sectors.
Consensus
Buy
Valuation
Fair Value
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WEAK BUY
This is the large cap tech that has executed the best since the bubble burst. Acquisitions have worked out extremely well. Very strong product line. An OK entry point. He has been taking a little bit off the table.
Peter HofstraOwned
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BUY
Generates free cash flow of $1.16 per share. Operating margins are 25%. Has about 25% debt to equity, which is very manageable. Accounts receivable turnover is very good.
David DriscollOwned
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TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Nov 28/05. Up 54.1%.) Best company in their sector. Took the time to make good acquisitions. Consistent management and high margins.
Paul Harris, CFAOwned
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TOP PICK
Generates a tremendous amount of cash flow. If it grows by 2%, you will get roughly an 8% to 9% real rate of return. There is a lot of upside if it does better than this. Expect a dividend will be declared.
Arthur HeinmaaOwned
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BUY
Likes the long-term outlook for the company. Video conferencing and video on demand is all the rage right now. No debt and about $18 billion in cash.
David DriscollOwned
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BUY
Dominate position in the enterprise and increasingly growing its presence in the carrier space. As internet protocol traffic becomes more and more the dominant carrier of data, it is the best positioned.
Ian AinsworthOwned
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BUY
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Oct 27/05. Up 37%.) Moving more into the home with the Link-Sys.
Peter HofstraOwned
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TOP PICK
Hardware for the communication networks. Competition has been struggling and Cisco has picked up market share. Video on demand is growing. No debt. Bought back almost 20% of their share float in the last 4 years. Have about $17 billion in cash.
David DriscollOwned
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BUY
Made some very astute acquisitions when their competition was under a lot of pressure. Good valuation.
Paul Harris, CFAOwned
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BUY
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Oct 27/05. Up 26.8%.) Still some upside to come. Still likes.
Peter HofstraOwned
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