Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) Stock Analysis
Over the past 10 years, Cisco Systems (CSCO) earnings per share (EPS) grew 4.7% a year, revenue grew 2.5% a year and free cash flow grew 0.3% a year, with an average return on invested capital (ROIC) of 12.1%. CSCO stock trades at $107.39, a P/E of 24.9, above its historical average of 22.4. Analysts' average 12-month price target is $129.77 (+20.8%).
Cisco Systems, Inc. is a leading global technology company focused on designing, producing, and marketing Internet Protocol (IP)-based networking equipment, software, and associated products within the communications and information technology industries.
Exhibit A Growth Dossier
| Metric | 10yr | 5yr | 1yr | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Book Value/Share GrowthBV/S | 0.1% | 5.3% | 7.5% | C |
| EPS GrowthEPS | 4.7% | 6.0% | 13.7% | C+ |
| Revenue GrowthRevenue | 2.5% | 4.9% | 11.8% | C+ |
| Cash Flow GrowthCash Flow | 0.3% | -2.9% | 2.3% | F |
| ROICROIC | 12.1% | 13.8% | 13.0% | A- |
Exhibit B Valuation Ledger
- Current EPS
- $4.32
- Historical Avg P/E
- 22.4
- Future P/E (used for sticker price)
- Projected EPS (10yr)
- Sticker Price (10yr)
- Price for 15% Annual Return
- Expected Annual Return
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Exhibit C Raw Data (last 10 years)
| Metric | Trend | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | TTM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Book Value / ShareBV/S | $12.50 | $13.10 | $8.85 | $7.54 | $8.91 | $9.74 | $9.49 | $10.80 | $11.19 | $11.72 | $12.61 | $12.61 | |
| Basic EPSEPS | $2.13 | $1.92 | $0.02 | $2.63 | $2.65 | $2.51 | $2.83 | $3.08 | $2.55 | $2.56 | $3.36 | $4.32 | |
| RevenueRevenue | $49,247,000,000 | $48,005,000,000 | $49,330,000,000 | $51,904,000,000 | $49,301,000,000 | $49,818,000,000 | $51,557,000,000 | $56,998,000,000 | $53,803,000,000 | $56,654,000,000 | $63,325,000,000 | $63,325,000,000 | |
| Free Cash FlowCash Flow | $12,424,000,000 | $12,912,000,000 | $12,832,000,000 | $14,922,000,000 | $14,656,000,000 | $14,762,000,000 | $12,749,000,000 | $19,037,000,000 | $10,210,000,000 | $13,288,000,000 | $12,767,000,000 | $13,595,000,000 | |
| ROIC (%)ROIC | 10.4% | 8.5% | 0.1% | 14.9% | 15.1% | 13.9% | 16.3% | 17.1% | 10.8% | 11.7% | 13.0% | — |
The exact underlying data used to compute the growth rates and grades above. The highlighted TTM column is the trailing twelve months through the most recently reported quarter.
Ticker INVESTigator Price Target
Analyst Data
Price Target
Where the stock trades today vs. the range of 12-month price targets from covering analysts.
74 firms rate it — 38 buy, 35 hold, 1 sell · Most recent Sep 2026
CSCO Stock FAQ
What is CSCO's stock price target?
The average 12-month analyst price target for CSCO is $129.77, with a range of $110.00 to $150.00. That is +20.8% from the current price of $107.39.
Do analysts rate CSCO a buy?
Most rate it a buy. Of 74 firms covering Cisco Systems, the ratings are 38 buy or strong buy, 35 hold and 1 sell or strong sell.
How fast is Cisco Systems growing?
Annual growth rates for CSCO. EPS: 4.7% over 10 years, 6.0% over 5 years, 13.7% over 1 year. Revenue: 2.5% over 10 years, 4.9% over 5 years, 11.8% over 1 year. Free cash flow: 0.3% over 10 years, -2.9% over 5 years, 2.3% over 1 year. Book value per share: 0.1% over 10 years, 5.3% over 5 years, 7.5% over 1 year.
What is CSCO's ROIC?
Cisco Systems' return on invested capital (ROIC) was 13.0% in fiscal 2026. Its 10-year average ROIC is 12.1%. ROIC above 10% is generally a sign of a business with a durable competitive advantage.
What is CSCO's P/E ratio?
CSCO's current P/E ratio is 24.9, compared with a historical average of 22.4. Trailing earnings per share are $4.32.
What is Cisco Systems' market cap and stock price?
CSCO last traded at $107.39 as of October 19, 2026. Its 52-week range is $69.85 to $130.37. Cisco Systems has a market cap of $423.39B.
Exhibit D Related Coverage
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