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Cisco's AI Orders Surge, Projecting $60 Billion Revenue

9/12/2025

Summary

Story summary

Cisco's AI Infrastructure orders from webscale customers exceeded $800 million in Q4 2025, doubling expectations.
AI Infrastructure revenues totaled $2 billion for fiscal 2025, fueled by growth in service provider and cloud customer orders.
For fiscal 2026, Cisco projects revenues of $59-$60 billion and earnings of $4-$4.06 per share.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate forecasts a 5.2% revenue growth and a 6% increase in earnings for fiscal 2026.
Cisco shares have risen 13.8% year-to-date, underperforming compared to the broader tech sector and rivals like Broadcom and Arista Networks.

History

Historical Context

The global AI market was valued at approximately $126 billion in 2015, reflecting a technological shift. Cisco, founded in 1984, has significantly expanded its AI capabilities, with Q4 2025 orders exceeding $800 million. This growth aligns with the broader tech industry's evolution, as companies like Broadcom and Arista Networks also enhance their AI offerings, indicating a competitive landscape for fiscal 2026.

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Story summary

Cisco's AI Infrastructure orders from webscale customers exceeded $800 million in Q4 2025, doubling expectations.
AI Infrastructure revenues totaled $2 billion for fiscal 2025, fueled by growth in service provider and cloud customer orders.
For fiscal 2026, Cisco projects revenues of $59-$60 billion and earnings of $4-$4.06 per share.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate forecasts a 5.2% revenue growth and a 6% increase in earnings for fiscal 2026.
Cisco shares have risen 13.8% year-to-date, underperforming compared to the broader tech sector and rivals like Broadcom and Arista Networks.

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