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CSCO

Cisco Systems, Inc.

S&P 500
CSCO|Technology|Communication Equipment|$80.86|P/E 28.2|MCap 311.7B|NASDAQ

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Cisco Systems, Inc.

Cisco Systems, Inc. is a leading multinational technology conglomerate specializing in networking hardware, software, telecommunications equipment, and cybersecurity solutions. The company designs and sells a comprehensive portfolio of products, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems, as well as advanced services like AI-optimized infrastructure and Silicon One processors. Cisco powers secure, intelligent networks for enterprises, service providers, hyperscalers, and governments worldwide, supporting critical areas such as campus networking, data centers, cloud computing, industrial IoT, and high-performance AI applications. Notable features include its Wi-Fi 7 wireless products, secure routers, smart switches, and innovations like the 102.4 terabit G300 chip and silicon photonics optics, which address surging network traffic and evolving security threats. With strong growth in product orders, particularly from hyperscalers exceeding $2 billion quarterly, and sustained double-digit expansion in networking segments, Cisco Systems, Inc. plays a pivotal role in enabling digital transformation and the global AI infrastructure boom, maintaining a dominant position in the networking industry.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

2.09%

Annual Dividend

$1.65

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

58.99%

FCF Payout Ratio

52.99%

Stock Price

$80.86

52-Week Range

$52.11 $88.19

Dividend Health Score

77/ 100Safe

CSCO's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 59.0% earnings payout ratio & 53.0% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 1.0x current ratio.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
59.0%Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
53.0%Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
45.1%Safe
Interest Coverage
8.0xSafe

Balance Sheet

Caution
Net Debt / Total Assets
16.2%Safe
Current Ratio
1.0xWarning
Debt-to-Equity
66.5Safe

Profitability

Very Safe
Return on Equity
23.8%Very Safe
Operating Margin
24.9%Safe
Gross Margin
65.0%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
Very StableVery Safe

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
2.6%Caution
Earnings Stability
StableSafe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

CSCO annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

CSCO earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

April 2, 2026

Next Payment Date

April 22, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

2.58%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

2.65%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

7.11%

3-Year Total Growth

7.95%

5-Year Total Growth

13.99%

10-Year Total Growth

98.78%

Income Calculator

CSCO Dividend Calculator

Total Investment

$8,086.00

Annual Income

$165.00

Quarterly Income

$41.25

Monthly Income

$13.75

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CSCO's current dividend yield?
Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) currently has a dividend yield of 2.09%, based on a stock price of $80.86 and an annual dividend of $1.65.
When is CSCO's next dividend payment date?
CSCO's next ex-dividend date is 2026-04-02 and the next payment date is 2026-04-22. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does CSCO pay in dividends per year?
Cisco Systems, Inc. paid $1.63 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has CSCO been increasing its dividend?
Cisco Systems, Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 2.65% and a 10-year CAGR of 7.11%.
Is CSCO's dividend safe?
Cisco Systems, Inc. has a payout ratio of 58.99%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 52.99%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is CSCO's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Cisco Systems, Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for technology companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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