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Cisco Systems

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Cisco Systems, Inc. engages in the design, manufacture, and sale of Internet Protocol-based networking products and services related to the communications and information technology industry. The firm operates through the following geographical segments: the Americas, EMEA, and APJC. Its products include the following categories: Secure, Agile Networks, Internet for the Future, Collaboration, End-to-End Security, Optimized Application Experiences, and Other Products. The company was founded by Sandra Lerner and Leonard Bosack in 1984 and is headquartered in San Jose, CA.

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Cisco reports record Q3 revenue and eyes security acceleration

Cisco's Q3 performance was robust, with record revenue and strong growth in product and software revenue. While facing challenges related to softness in security and macroeconomic factors, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities in security acceleration and AI infrastructure for future growth.

Cisco surpasses Q2 expectations, eyes sustained growth and market gains

Cisco's strong Q2 performance, driven by software revenue growth and supply chain improvements, positions the company for sustained growth. With a focus on innovation and market share gains, Cisco is optimistic about future opportunities in cloud management, security solutions, and network infrastructure. Monitoring market valuations and addressing data center trends are key challenges, but Cisco remains confident in its long-term outlook.

Cisco reports record Q3 earnings, eyes growth in hyperscale market

Cisco's Q3 performance exceeded expectations, showcasing market share gains and technology relevance.
Despite challenges like order declines, the company is confident in a positive growth trajectory for FY2024.
Opportunities in the hyperscale market and gross margin improvements position Cisco for continued success.

Cisco reports record revenue in Q4, focuses on AI and recurring revenue for growth

Cisco's Q4 2023 earnings call showcased record revenue and earnings per share, with a focus on AI, cloud, and security investments. The company aims for modest revenue growth in FY '24 with a platform approach simplifying selling cycles. Challenges include managing lumpy demand patterns, while opportunities lie in market share growth and recurring revenue strategies.

Cisco reports record Q1 revenue, anticipates order growth rebound

Cisco's Q1 performance showcased record revenue and profitability but faced order slowdowns.
The company remains confident in its strategic shift towards recurring revenue and growth opportunities.
Challenges include temporary order slowdowns and inventorying infrastructure issues.
Opportunities lie in the expected return to order growth rates and strategic focus areas.

Cisco reports solid Q2 performance, eyes growth through Splunk acquisition

Cisco's Q2 performance was solid, with revenue meeting expectations and strong margins.
While facing challenges in demand uncertainty and inventory absorption, Cisco is adjusting expenses.
Opportunities lie in pending Splunk acquisition, AI innovation, and margin growth strategies.
Overall, Cisco remains focused on growth, innovation, and maintaining market position.

Cisco reports resilient Q3 performance, eyes AI and revenue growth

Cisco's Q3 results reflect resilience with stable orders and strong margins despite revenue decline.
The integration of Splunk is progressing well, with a focus on revenue and cost synergies for fiscal '25.
Opportunities lie in AI investments, revenue growth, and maintaining a strong competitive position.
Challenges include cash flow decline, normal seasonality expectations, and OpEx investments for integration.

Cisco Systems reports robust Q4 earnings, eyes growth in AI and cybersecurity

Cisco Systems (CSCO) closed fiscal '24 on a high note, showcasing strong financials and strategic initiatives. The company's focus on key growth areas and efficiency through restructuring positions it well for future success. Cisco's emphasis on innovation and competitive differentiation underscores its commitment to driving growth.

Cisco surpasses Q1 revenue targets, poised for AI networking growth

Cisco Systems demonstrated robust financial performance in Q1, exceeding revenue and EPS expectations, driven by strong product orders and strategic initiatives.
The company's focus on AI technologies, security solutions, and operational efficiency positions it well for future growth and market leadership.
While facing challenges in a competitive landscape, Cisco's strengths in AI networking and security sectors offer opportunities for expansion and innovation.
Overall, Cisco's Q1 earnings call highlights a positive trajectory, emphasizing growth prospects, profitability, and strategic investments.

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Cisco Systems NASDAQ: CSCO issued a decent FQ2 report but guided lower for Q3, leaving the market less than inspired. However cold the guide, someone is stepping into the buy the dip, and it looks like long-term oriented value-minded income investors are the culprit.

Cisco Systems stock: Income investors buy the dip

Arista Networks

Arista Networks Inc. NYSE: ANET may not be as well known among tech investors as Cisco NASDAQ: CSCO, but it's outperformed its larger rival by a wide margin in the past year.

Arista Networks stock soars past big tech rival Cisco

SAN JOSE, Calif. , Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cisco and Jefferies will host a webcast for the Financial Community on corporate purpose as a sustainable business driver at 8:00 a.m.

Cisco and Jefferies to Host Webcast on Corporate Purpose as a Sustainable Business Driver

Cisco (CSCO) used to be one of the four horsemen of the Nasdaq (tech stocks) rally. While CSCO still has plenty of influence as a large cap leader in the Semiconductor Sector, it is under-performing its peers and trading in a pennant pattern.

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Cisco (CSCO) beat estimates on both earnings and revenues but provided a weak outlook and revealed plans to lay off 5% of its global workforce, pushing its share price down.

Cisco Beats on Earnings, Trims Outlook: ETFs in Focus

Cisco's (CSCO) fiscal second-quarter results reflect weakness in the Networking segment, partially offset by strong Security and Services performance.

Cisco (CSCO) Q2 Earnings Top Estimates, Revenues Down Y/Y

Cisco revealed plans to slash its headcount by 5% — roughly 4,250 employees across the tech behemoth's global workforce — as it steps up its focus on artificial intelligence. San Jose, Calif.

Cisco to lay off more than 4,000 employees to focus on artificial intelligence

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The stock market is at record highs. And more speculative growth names such as artificial intelligence-focused technology firms are skyrocketing.

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Cisco Systems fell more than 4% premarket on Thursday after the networking equipment maker reduced its annual revenue forecast and rolled out job cuts as it battles sluggish demand from telcos and cable service providers.

Cisco falls on tepid networking gear demand amid AI focus

The huge router company Cisco Systems Inc. (NASDAQ: CSCO) said it would lay off over 4,200 people, about 5% of its staff.

Cisco Lays Off Thousands

Cisco is reducing its workforce by 5%, amounting to about 4,000 jobs. The layoffs are part of the company's plan to realign and invest in key priority areas.

Cisco is the latest healthy tech company to cut jobs with 4,000 layoffs

Cisco Systems stock fell ahead of the open Thursday as its guidance disappointed investors and analysts.

Cisco Stock Falls. Why Wall Street Is Losing Patience Over Its AI Credentials.

Internet networking pioneer Cisco Systems is jettisoning more than 4,000 employees, joining the parade of technology companies in a trend that has helped boost their profits and stock prices while providing a sobering reminder of the job insecurity hanging over an industry increasingly embracing artificial intelligence.

Cisco Systems to lay off more than 4,000 workers in latest sign of tighter times in tech

Shares in computer networking giant Cisco Systems (CSCO) tumbled more than 5% in extended-hours trading Wednesday evening after the company issued softer-than-expected current quarter guidance and unveiled plans to slash 5% of its global workforce.

Cisco Systems Stock Tumbles Amid Cautious Guidance, Job Cuts—Key Indicator to Watch

Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) Q2 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Cisco Systems Inc. gave some more details on the timing of revenue from its anticipated orders related to artificial intelligence, and it looks like the networking giant is going to be a late bloomer in AI.

Cisco could be a late bloomer in generating big AI revenue

The headline numbers for Cisco (CSCO) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended January 2024, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.

Cisco (CSCO) Q2 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates

Cisco said the cuts are part of a restructuring plan to realign its business and enable further investment in key areas

Cisco to Cut 5% of Workforce Amid Restructuring Efforts

Cisco Systems (CSCO) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.87 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.84 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.88 per share a year ago.

Cisco Systems (CSCO) Surpasses Q2 Earnings and Revenue Estimates

Cisco Systems Inc (NASDAQ:CSCO, ETR:CIS) shares fell almost 5% in extended trading Wednesday as the networking, security and cloud firm slashed its full-year revenue guidance.   Cisco now expects revenue between $51.5 billion and $52.5 billion against estimates of $54.2 billion.

Cisco Systems slashes full-year sales guidance as fiscal 2Q earnings beat estimates

Cisco Systems Inc. announced a restructuring plan on Wednesday that includes job cuts of 5%, or about 4,200 people, on lower quarterly and fiscal-year guidance.

Cisco Systems' stock dips on lowered guidance, 5% job cuts

Cisco earnings for fiscal Q2 fell from a year earlier but topped estimates. Guidance for CSCO stock missed expectations.

Cisco Earnings Beat Amid Low Expectations. CSCO Stock Falls On Weak Outlook

Cisco said in a statement on Wednesday that it would cut 5% of employees. The networking hardware maker had about around 85,000 employees as of last July. Shares were down 4% in extended trading.

Cisco cutting 5% of global workforce in restructuring move

Cisco Systems Inc (NASDAQ: CSCO) is trading down in extended hours even though it reported market-beating results or its fiscal second quarter. Cisco stock down on muted future guidance Shares are pushing to the downside primarily because the management issued muted guidance for the future.

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