Cisco
Cisco Systems Inc. (Ticker: NASDAQ – CSCO) is a multinational technology company headquartered in San Jose, California.
Cisco’s technology business has experienced remarkable growth recently. In fiscal year 2025, the company’s revenue reached $56.7 billion, a 5% increase from the $53.8 billion recorded in fiscal year 2024. Notably, Cisco surpassed its AI infrastructure target, doubling revenues in that department to $2 billion. Chuck Robbins and his team appear to have a well-defined strategy and the expertise to navigate the rapidly evolving technology landscape effectively.
In the contemporary business landscape, there is a heightened demand for networking, remote work, the Internet of Things (IoT), and cloud computing. This aligns with the rationale behind Cisco’s investment and holding within its portfolio.
Cisco has been instrumental in shaping the internet since 1984. Its products have propelled Cisco to become a global leader in IT, networking, and cybersecurity solutions. The company develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware and telecommunications equipment. Its products are widely recognised within the IT industry, offering robust hardware and infrastructure that is commonly found in office environments.
This makes Cisco’s products indispensable for an efficient and dynamic workforce, where reliability is paramount.
Cisco is a quality company that we have valued for some time and continue to do so. The company has consistently received awards for its Investor Relations credentials since 2010.
Cisco five year average share price
Cisco’s (CSCO) average share price over the past five years (from August 2020 to August 2025) fluctuates between:
At the lowest point of $35.28 on the 11th February 2020 at the start of the pandemic.
To the highest point of $72.55 on the 18/08/2025.
Based on my personal experience and considering a long-term investment strategy, we have established a target buying price range of $41.00 to $48.00.
An optimal exit strategy would involve holding the investment for a period of 10 to 15 years before selling at a predetermined target sell price of $85 to $105.
Cisco dividend
Over the past five years, we have been fortunate to receive regular growing dividend payments. Shareholder dividend distributions are typically quarterly, payable in January, April, July, and October.
This equity was added to our portfolio in early March 2020, at the commencement of the pandemic, for only $38.72 per share. Today’s (26/08/2025) share price is $67.01 US dollars. Should there be any significant market downturn, we intend to increase this stock, as it has demonstrated remarkable investment potential through both share price appreciation and consistent income generation.
We consider Cisco to be a foundational stock, as it represents a valuable business essential for the contemporary interconnected world.
During the 2025/26 financial year, we anticipate expanding our holdings, particularly following the Splunk acquisition. The prevailing market consensus (which I concur with) holds that the Splunk merger is an optimal alignment for both businesses, thereby enhancing Cisco’s offerings as a leading cloud networking provider while strengthening its cybersecurity credentials and positioning within the sector.
Cisco’s firstly quarterly dividend was increased by 0.01c to $0.41 cents for 2025/26. The second quarter went (Ex-dividend 03/07/2025). This make the projected annualised dividend for 2025/26 to be $1.64 dollars per share.
Below, we have provided a brief snapshot of the previous ten years annual dividend per share:
2024 $1.60
2023 $1.56
2022 $1.52
2021 $1.48
2020 $1.44
2019 $1.40
2018 $1.32
2017 $1.16
2016 $1.04
2015 $0.84 cents
Dividend yield: 2.40% (25/07/2025)
P/E: 27.99 (25/07/2025)
Fwd P/E: 17.37 (25/07/2025)
Over the past six years, the total dividend income received has been £649.00. This consistent income stream has been steadily growing, further solidifying our reasons for holding this stock.
Further income analysis can be found in the file below:
CSCO
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