Cisco Systems, Inc.
S&P 500Last 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
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.
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SafeDividend 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%
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