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Calculation
Cisco Systems Inc., P/E, long-term trends, calculation
| P/E | = | Share price1, 2, 3 | ÷ | Earnings per share1 (EPS) | EPS1 | = | Net income (loss)1 (in millions) |
÷ | No. shares of common stock outstanding2 | ||
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| Sep 19, 2005 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-07-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-07-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-07-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-07-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-07-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-07-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-07-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-07-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-07-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-07-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-07-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-07-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-07-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-07-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-07-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-07-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-07-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-07-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-07-30).
1 US$
2 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.
3 Closing price as at the filing date of Cisco Systems Inc. Annual Report.
The analysis of the financial metrics over the periods presented reveals notable trends in the company's share price, earnings per share (EPS), and price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio.
- Share Price
- The share price exhibited a general upward trend from 2005 to 2025, beginning at $18.17 in 2005 and rising to $67.67 by 2025. There were fluctuations, including peaks and troughs, with significant increases observed between 2017 and 2019, rising from $31.76 to $48.42, and again from 2021 ($58.6) to 2025 ($67.67). Some declines occurred notably in 2008 and 2011, and later between 2018 and 2020, reflecting potential market volatility or company-specific challenges.
- Earnings per Share (EPS)
- EPS showed a general upward trajectory, indicating improving profitability per share over time. Starting at $0.91 in 2005, EPS increased steadily to $2.58 in 2025. An exception is noted in 2018, where EPS abruptly dropped to $0.02, an anomaly suggesting an extraordinary event or accounting adjustment for that period. Following this, EPS rebounded strongly, reaching over $3.00 in a subsequent year (2019), demonstrating recovery and growth. The incremental increases in EPS over the years support the underlying growth in company earnings.
- Price-to-Earnings (P/E) Ratio
- The P/E ratio varied significantly across the examined periods. It started at about 19.86 in 2005 and mostly fluctuated within a range of approximately 12 to 26 through the years, indicating varying investor expectations and market valuation relative to earnings. A major outlier occurred in 2018, with an extremely high P/E ratio of 1964.84, clearly tied to the EPS collapse in the same period and not reflective of typical valuation practices. Ignoring the anomaly, the P/E ratio showed some cyclical behavior, with lower values observed in the early 2010s and higher peaks around 2021 and 2025, suggesting periods of increased investor optimism or anticipated growth.
In summary, the data indicate a company with a generally increasing market valuation and improved earnings capacity over the 20-year span, notwithstanding a significant EPS anomaly in 2018. The fluctuations in the P/E ratio reflect changing market perceptions and external factors influencing valuation aside from fundamental earnings. Overall, the company demonstrates long-term share price appreciation supported by growing earnings, but investors encountered periods of volatility and unusual financial occurrences during the timeline.
Comparison to Competitors
Cisco Systems Inc., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| Cisco Systems Inc. | Apple Inc. | Arista Networks Inc. | Dell Technologies Inc. | Super Micro Computer Inc. | |
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| Sep 3, 2025 | |||||
| Sep 5, 2024 | |||||
| Sep 7, 2023 | |||||
| Sep 8, 2022 | |||||
| Sep 9, 2021 | |||||
| Sep 3, 2020 | |||||
| Sep 5, 2019 | |||||
| Sep 6, 2018 | |||||
| Sep 7, 2017 | |||||
| Sep 8, 2016 | |||||
| Sep 8, 2015 | |||||
| Sep 9, 2014 | |||||
| Sep 10, 2013 | |||||
| Sep 12, 2012 | |||||
| Sep 14, 2011 | |||||
| Sep 21, 2010 | |||||
| Sep 11, 2009 | |||||
| Sep 15, 2008 | |||||
| Sep 18, 2007 | |||||
| Sep 18, 2006 | |||||
| Sep 19, 2005 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-07-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-07-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-07-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-07-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-07-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-07-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-07-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-07-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-07-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-07-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-07-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-07-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-07-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-07-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-07-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-07-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-07-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-07-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-07-30).
Comparison to Sector (Technology Hardware & Equipment)
Cisco Systems Inc., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to sector (technology hardware & equipment)
| Cisco Systems Inc. | Technology Hardware & Equipment | |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 3, 2025 | ||
| Sep 5, 2024 | ||
| Sep 7, 2023 | ||
| Sep 8, 2022 | ||
| Sep 9, 2021 | ||
| Sep 3, 2020 | ||
| Sep 5, 2019 | ||
| Sep 6, 2018 | ||
| Sep 7, 2017 | ||
| Sep 8, 2016 | ||
| Sep 8, 2015 | ||
| Sep 9, 2014 | ||
| Sep 10, 2013 | ||
| Sep 12, 2012 | ||
| Sep 14, 2011 | ||
| Sep 21, 2010 | ||
| Sep 11, 2009 | ||
| Sep 15, 2008 | ||
| Sep 18, 2007 | ||
| Sep 18, 2006 | ||
| Sep 19, 2005 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-07-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-07-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-07-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-07-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-07-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-07-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-07-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-07-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-07-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-07-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-07-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-07-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-07-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-07-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-07-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-07-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-07-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-07-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-07-30).
Comparison to Industry (Information Technology)
Cisco Systems Inc., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to industry (information technology)
| Cisco Systems Inc. | Information Technology | |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 3, 2025 | ||
| Sep 5, 2024 | ||
| Sep 7, 2023 | ||
| Sep 8, 2022 | ||
| Sep 9, 2021 | ||
| Sep 3, 2020 | ||
| Sep 5, 2019 | ||
| Sep 6, 2018 | ||
| Sep 7, 2017 | ||
| Sep 8, 2016 | ||
| Sep 8, 2015 | ||
| Sep 9, 2014 | ||
| Sep 10, 2013 | ||
| Sep 12, 2012 | ||
| Sep 14, 2011 | ||
| Sep 21, 2010 | ||
| Sep 11, 2009 | ||
| Sep 15, 2008 | ||
| Sep 18, 2007 | ||
| Sep 18, 2006 | ||
| Sep 19, 2005 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-07-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-07-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-07-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-07-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-07-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-07-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-07-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-07-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-07-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-07-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-07-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-07-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-07-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-07-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-07-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-07-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-07-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-07-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-07-30).